Defining Truth and Knowledge
Philosophy · Grade 11 · Epistemology and the Nature of Knowledge · 2.º Período

Defining Truth and Knowledge

Students delve into the definition of knowledge as justified true belief and explore the criteria for truth. They examine how different cultures and eras have defined what is true.

Ontario Curriculum ExpectationsHZB3M C1.1: Identify the main questions in epistemologyHZB3M C1.2: Explain various philosophical theories of truth

About This Topic

Students delve into the definition of knowledge as justified true belief and explore the criteria for truth. They examine how different cultures and eras have defined what is true.

Key Questions

  1. What is the difference between belief and knowledge?
  2. How do we justify our beliefs?
  3. Is truth objective or subjective?

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