Metaphysics: Reality and the Self · Term 1

Consciousness: Qualia and the Hard Problem

Investigating the nature of subjective experience (qualia) and the 'hard problem' of consciousness.

Key Questions

  1. Explain the concept of qualia and its significance in the study of consciousness.
  2. Analyze why consciousness is considered the 'hard problem' in philosophy of mind.
  3. Hypothesize how future scientific or philosophical advancements might address the hard problem.

CBSE Learning Outcomes

Class: Class 12
Subject: Philosophy
Unit: Metaphysics: Reality and the Self
Period: Term 1

Suggested Methodologies

Socratic Seminar

Structured discussion in inner and outer circles (fishbowl)

30–60 min

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Think-Pair-Share

Think silently, discuss with a partner, share with the class

10–20 min

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