philosophy 1010
Module 02/Online Resources Self-Identity.html
Survey the following resources to use in Discussions. You are not expected to read/view all of these, but you are encouraged to cite some of these in your Discussion postings.
Ancient Theories on the Soul
- Read and review these Ancient Theories on the soul.
- Review this outline of Aristotle's view of the soul.
- Video: See this video lecture on Plato's Three-Part Soul. (14:39)
- Video: See this video lecture on Aristotle on the Soul. (10:38)
Self-Identity: What is the Nature of the Self?
- See these theories of Self-Knowledge in philosophy.
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Read this summary of Hume on Personal Identity
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What is Locke's theory about knowledge of the self.
- Video: See this video lecture on Locke on Personal Identity. (11:30)
- Video: Watch this video on Who Am I? (7:46)
Mind/Body Dualism
- Find out about Descartes and the Mind-Body Distinction.
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What is Solipsism or the Problem of Other Minds?
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See this article on Phenomenological Approaches to Self-Consciousness.
- Video: Watch this video on Mind-Body Dualism. (8:24)
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Video: Watch this Crash Course in Personal Identity. (8:32)
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Video: See these Arguments against Personal Identity. (9:43)
(Learning Objectives Supported: 1a, 1b, 4b)