The Mind-Body Problem
Philosophy · Grade 11 · Philosophical Foundations and Human Nature · 1.º Período

The Mind-Body Problem

Students investigate the relationship between the physical brain and the conscious mind. They analyze dualism, materialism, and other theories of consciousness.

Ontario Curriculum ExpectationsHZB3M B2.1: Explain how different philosophers have approached the mind-body problemHZB3M B2.2: Evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of dualism and materialism

About This Topic

Students investigate the relationship between the physical brain and the conscious mind. They analyze dualism, materialism, and other theories of consciousness.

Key Questions

  1. Is the mind separate from the body?
  2. How does physical matter produce conscious experience?
  3. Can artificial intelligence possess a mind?

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