Discipline: Philosophy

What is Plato’s Cave allegory? Does it provide a convincing picture of our reality?What is Plato’s Cave allegory? Does it provide a convincing picture of our reality?

Here is what I have written so far:  Introduction Albert Einstein once said that “Reality is merely an illusion, albeit a very persistent one.” This quote strongly resonates with the message of Plato’s Allegory of the Cave, which depicted the image of a group of prisoners chained to a wall in a cave, mistaking shadows […]

How does methodic doubt work in the first two meditations, what does it accomplish, and what difficulties does it reveal?How does methodic doubt work in the first two meditations, what does it accomplish, and what difficulties does it reveal?

This essay is based on two primary class source: One is attached PDF Descartes_Meditations_1_11, and second one is the article Wertheim, “How and Why, Exactly, Did Consciousness Become a Problem?: https://aeon.co/essays/how-and-why-exactly-did-consciousness-become-a-problem Instructions and Advice: Think of your reader as someone who needs your help. Your essay will serve as a tutorial:  1. Describe important concepts and lines […]

Synthesis of philosophical and historical foundations of education with personal educational philosophySynthesis of philosophical and historical foundations of education with personal educational philosophy

Your culminating project will center on the intersections and interactions of historical themes, current practices, relevant theory and philosophy, and personal identity in education. This should be is a reflective piece, 5-10 pages long, that summarizes your educational position on the purpose, process, nature, and ideals of education. Your personal education philosophy explains the beliefs […]

The Balance of Connection and Alienation: Navigating the Impact of Modern Communication TechnologiesThe Balance of Connection and Alienation: Navigating the Impact of Modern Communication Technologies

Philosophy of Technology Essay Prompt   Select one of your previous discussion responses to expand into a 4–5-page essay (1000-1250 words). Your essay should thoughtfully explore your chosen topic, demonstrating a well-rounded analysis that includes the following elements: 1.     Introduction and Thesis Statement Begin with an introduction that clearly presents your chosen topic and a […]

why is solitude necessary for living a good life? You should first consider and define Kethledge’s main thesis in his talk. Following this, you should then explore why solitude is needed in order for human beings to flourish.why is solitude necessary for living a good life? You should first consider and define Kethledge’s main thesis in his talk. Following this, you should then explore why solitude is needed in order for human beings to flourish.

Your assignment consists of watching Raymond Kethledge’s talk, “Reclaim Solitude.” The link is here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bZiX12DJYT0&t=378s In your paper, I want you to explore the following question: why is solitude necessary for living a good life? You should first consider and define Kethledge’s main thesis in his talk. Following this, you should then explore why solitude is needed […]

Plato’s ring of gyges allegory and what Plato thinks it proves about human naturePlato’s ring of gyges allegory and what Plato thinks it proves about human nature

In this paper you will (1) introduce your topic and (2) give a brief overview of Plato’s Ring of Gyges allegory. Then, using the moder-day issue of internet anonymity, you will (3) explain why some authors argue that internet anonymity proves Plato is right and it must be eliminated. Next, you will (4) explain why […]

Use Platos ideas to defend the conception of justice propsed by Thrasymachus in Book One of the RepublicUse Platos ideas to defend the conception of justice propsed by Thrasymachus in Book One of the Republic

the paper should be 5 pages, double-spaced, with normal margins. when citing from Introductory Readings in Ancient Greek and Roman Philosophy, you should refer to the page numbers from the book. Use quotation marks and indicate the page number in parentheses. For example, Plato states that “………..” (p.) if you refer to another source, please […]

How does standardized testing in high school influence/affect what students are taught and how it is taught?How does standardized testing in high school influence/affect what students are taught and how it is taught?

Follow this outline and make it better: Introduction – Thesis Statement (working on it) – Overview of the impact of standardized testing on curriculum and pedagogy   ● Background of standardized testing in High Schools – History and rise of standardized testing – Major laws and policies; for example, No Child Left Behind (act of 2001)  – […]

Discussion #5 on Philosophy of Mind, Artificial Intelligence, and Personal IdentityDiscussion #5 on Philosophy of Mind, Artificial Intelligence, and Personal Identity

Two paragraphs answering these questions:  “One of the essential elements of the mind-body problem is consciousness. We can tell what it is like to be us because we have subjectively experienced our lives from our perspective. Since we have not had the experience of a bat or a dog, we cannot know what it is […]

How to watch a movie,documentary, or video , or listen to a podcast audio presentation below the surface from a co-cultural perspectiveHow to watch a movie,documentary, or video , or listen to a podcast audio presentation below the surface from a co-cultural perspective

View a culturally diverse movie/media selection that does not represent the dominant culture. Explain the co-culture interactions and where barriers exist to what effect. Whatever ideas, phrases, sentences you use make sure you quote and reference or it could be seen as plagiarism. In short discuss this course through the movie. Viewing media with a […]