Survey on Academic Philosophy

How do you interpret academia and fields of knowledge?
All questions are optional. Provide as much or as little information as you want.

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Indicate your level of agreement with the following 14 statements.
1 = disagree; 5 = agree; 3 = neutral


Math is the ultimate language of the universe, from which everything derives.
disagree - - agree

Math is based on empiricism and reality, not intuitive, ethereal, or spiritual meaning.
disagree - - agree

Math should be grouped with the humanities & arts because it answers philosophical questions.
disagree - - agree

Math should be grouped with the sciences because it is an exact study.
disagree - - agree

Math is more art than science.
disagree - - agree

Science will eventually be able to explain everything in the world.
disagree - - agree

Grouping academic endeavors as either STEM or non-STEM is accurate.
disagree - - agree

When making policy, science is the most important perspective to consider.
disagree - - agree

Music is fundamentally deeper than other fields of study.
disagree - - agree

Music, art, and literature are three expressions of the same essence.
disagree - - agree

Humanities offer less value than sciences because they are inexact & subjective.
disagree - - agree

Coding is beautiful only in its ability to solve problems, not in and of itself.
disagree - - agree

Coding is ‘blue-collar’ and serves as a construction tool, not a theoretical venture.
disagree - - agree

Religion can be considered as the study of how to live life.
disagree - - agree

Open-ended, if you'd like to write about your opinions/explore further.
If you drew a map of academics, what would it look like? Which subjects would go together?
Do you believe any fields are over/underrated or -represented? If so, why?
What fields do you see yourself engaging with in the near future (now – 5 years)?
Any comments or questions? Feel free to email adamdeng@mit.edu as well!