Philosophy · 1st Year · Philosophy of Mind and Self - Who Am I? · 4.º Período
Freedom and Determinism
Debating whether humans have free will or if our actions are predetermined. Students consider the implications of free will for moral responsibility.
NCCA Curriculum SpecificationsNCCA Junior Cycle Philosophy LO 4.3: Investigate the concepts of free will and determinism.NCCA Junior Cycle Key Skills: Managing Myself - Knowing myself.
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Debating whether humans have free will or if our actions are predetermined. Students consider the implications of free will for moral responsibility.
Key Questions
- Do we have free will?
- Are our choices predetermined by our environment or genetics?
- Can we be blamed for our actions if we aren't free?
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