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> That already crosses into politics. Science can answer if-then statements. In that case, I will also cross over into politics by expressing the opinion that
by mannykannot 3y ago
> That already crosses into politics. Science can answer if-then statements.
In that case, I will also cross over into politics by expressing the opinion that answers to if-then statements should, when they are available, be taken into account in political decision-making.
- s1artibartfast 3y agoThat is correct. They should be taken Into account. However, Politics is the process of weighing the against cost and tradeoffs. Science can say if later sleep is better for learning. It can't tell you about f better learning is worth it
- jwestbury 3y ago> It can't tell you about f better learning is worth it It can, given sufficient inputs in terms of desired outcomes. Of course, desired outcomes are where subjectivity enters into things. :)
- s1artibartfast 3y agoThe process of comparing and weighing inputs is making policy, not science. You can try to reduce policy making to some weighted equations, but that doesn't make it science. Science doesn't encompass all logic and mathematics.
- mannykannot 3y agoTo avoid being diverted by broad generalities, let's note that with regard to this specific issue, the political decision-making progress will be sub-optimal if it does not take into account the existence of objective evidence concerning the effect of students' circadian rhythms on their ability to satisfy the politically-chosen, yet still objective, goals of education policy.
- s1artibartfast 3y agoFully agree that it should be taken into account. My point is simply that taken into account does not mean it clear or defacto decision. Even education policy is not a issue that trumps all other considerations.