ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Instrumentalism

Instrumentalism is a way of looking at the world and learning things. It says that it is ok to be wrong sometimes because it helps us to figure out what is right. It also says that using tools and instruments to help us learn is a good way to do it. So, if you want to learn how to do something or to know something, you should use tools like books and computers to help you. It is ok to be wrong sometimes as long as you keep trying and using tools, you will learn the right answers.