Tag: introphil

Week 3 #introphil | Does my computer have a mind?

This was a very interesting week for me! We were concerned with the relationship between brains, minds, and computers – something that I have thought about for a long time.

February 17, 2013
Week 2 #introphil Gettier Cases | That was a long time in coming!

While listening to the lecture, I was startled to hear about Gettier and Gettier cases and to realize that I had no idea who this famous philosopher was and what his startling achievement had been.

February 10, 2013
Week 1 #introphil What is Philosophy? Who knows?

I have really enjoyed the first week of Introduction to Philosophy! The lectures and readings have me thinking, and I am especially impressed with the erudite postings in the discussion board.

February 1, 2013
The day of reckoning has arrived and – I choose … both! #edcmooc #introphil

My two Coursera MOOCs from the University of Edinburgh, Introduction to Philosophy and E-Learning and Digital Cultures, are now open, and they are BOTH fascinating.

January 28, 2013