Below is a collection of Dr. McGlaughlin’s most recent observations (500+). Most of these observations are made throughout the course of everyday life, captured by dictation, and added to FlintsNotes.com. You can read more about the observation capture process here. The content here changes 5 days a week, so be sure to check back often. Also, feel free to leave a comment in the comments section of each observation.

September 13, 2008

On Applying Popper’s Philosophy of Science to the Problems with Usability Testing

Popper’s emphasis on deduction over induction may well be the way to question human computer interaction, more specifically Web usability as an acceptable discipline for offer […]
September 11, 2008

On Offer Response Optimization as an Exercise in Hermeneutics

It may be possible to draw from theology its primary hermeneutic as a means of understanding offer response optimization. In particular, the role/the notion of the […]
September 9, 2008

On My Recent Breakthrough in Understanding the Nexus Between Worship and Philosophy

I have been quiet about my recent breakthrough on the nexus between worship and philosophy. Nevertheless it is impacting my whole life. It brings such a […]
September 6, 2008

On Worship and Surfing (from My Son’s Journal)

Quin’s (My 13-Year Old Son’s) Journal Note “I realize now why I like to surf. It’s in those few moments of pure adrenaline and the sheerest […]
September 4, 2008

On Conducting Research by Moving from the Particular to the General

It seems to me that most research is carried on by moving from the general to the particular. However, I am interested in conducting research in […]
September 4, 2008

On the Philosophic Profundity of Worship Music

The more I listen to the songs associated with the contemporary revival in worship music, the more I realize how profound their lyrics are. I think […]
August 30, 2008

On Achieving Greater Clarity

I suspect that clarity is stimulated by proper motive. Case in point: when determining the scope of my research project for London, I find that clarity […]