Perspectives on Human Nature
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Perspectives on Human Nature

This topic examines various philosophical views on what it means to be human, including biological, psychological, and existential perspectives. Students evaluate theories of human motivation and purpose.

Ontario Curriculum ExpectationsHZB3M B1.1: Explain the main questions in the philosophy of human natureHZB3M B1.2: Summarize various philosophical responses to questions about human nature

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This topic examines various philosophical views on what it means to be human, including biological, psychological, and existential perspectives. Students evaluate theories of human motivation and purpose.

Key Questions

  1. Are humans inherently good or evil?
  2. Do we have free will or are our actions determined?
  3. What defines human consciousness?

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