Pragmatism and Feminist Epistemology both challenge the view of knowledge as a detached, intellectual activity. Do you think they are right? How do you think we should think about knowledge? Now that we have concluded the section on epistemology, write about what kind of thing you think knowledge is.

I like the idea that pragmatism and feminist epistemology brings. Knowledge should be seen as something that affects our choices in life. As far as the feminist view, I never really saw how much things are emasculated. Even when we refer to all people, its okay to say, “He should take off his hat when he enters the room”. That’s an acceptable form to refer to everyone. Why not say “One should take off their hat when they enter a room”. This is more gender neutral.  I think that knowledge should be viewed as something we have and use to make our lives better. In all reality isn't that what it is? We apply to our everyday lives in hopes that we become successful and prosper in whatever we chose to do. I really don’t think anyone wants to fail. But striving to fail is a goal in itself. After learning about epistemology, it really changed my views on how I will apply what I learned. What really stuck with me was John Dewey and his instrumentalism.  I agree that we use our beliefs as a tool when we have issues or problems in life. This view of thinking, I feel will help people work harder and really think before they do.