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Meaning and Purpose
Philosophy · 3rd Year · Contemporary Philosophical Issues · 4.º Período

Meaning and Purpose

Students tackle the ultimate philosophical question regarding the meaning of life. They explore existentialist ideas and the concept of creating one's own purpose.

NCCA Curriculum SpecificationsNCCA Philosophy LO 4.4: Reflect on the search for meaning and purpose in human life.SOL 11: The student takes action to safeguard and promote her/his wellbeing and that of others.

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Students tackle the ultimate philosophical question regarding the meaning of life. They explore existentialist ideas and the concept of creating one's own purpose.

Key Questions

  1. Does life have an inherent meaning?
  2. How do we create purpose in our lives?
  3. What is the relationship between happiness and meaning?

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Edited by Adriana Perusin, Editor-in-Chief, Flip Education