What does it mean for something to be a fact? What about an opinion? And how do either (or both) of these relate to morality and value claims or moral truths? Justin P. McBrayer, Associate Professor of Philosophy at Fort Lewis College, provides a fascinating (albeit troubling) look at how…
Ancient Greek philosophers believed there to be a deep, intuitive connection between walking and thinking (and writing). Getting up and walking about (especially outdoors in nature) can make us better thinkers. But is such a belief justified? In this pithy and insightful article, Feris Jabr (of the New Yorker) discusses…
So…apparently we have a thing for talking with our hands. So do Jasmine Johnson & Alice May Williams of MoreUtopia! – who put together this hilarious glossary of hand gestures for critical discussion. To see the animated version (we highly suggest that you do!) click here or on the picture…
When it comes to death, philosophers’ have often focused their attention on what death means for the person who has died. But what about those who are “left behind”? Julian Baggini – philosopher, author & founding editor of The Philosopher’s Magazine — discusses three dimensions of death: what death means…
Do ideas really matter? If so, why and how? Here is an insightful & awe-inspiring look from philosopher and filmmaker Jason Silva at some of the biological and cultural reasons behind the power of ideas…and why and how they have significance. Buckle your seat-belts, kids…we promise you’re going to enjoy…
Teaching Critical Thinking: Some Lessons from Cognitive Science Tim van Gelder, College Teaching 53:1 (2005): 41-46. ABSTRACT: This article draws six key lessons from cognitive science for teachers of critical thinking. The lessons are: acquiring expertise in critical thinking is hard; practice in critical thinking skills themselves enhances skills; the…
Bar none…..one of the best adaptations of Plato’s Allegory of the Cave you’ll ever find. Creative, imaginative, thought-provoking, and just plain fun (it’s in clay after all!)…hmm, dare we say “Clayto?” Enjoy and become enlightened by this Plato & Socrates inspired gem of a short film from the Bullhead Entertainment…
Philosophy is a powerful tool. While many coaching and leadership programs stress communication and organization, few focus on the import of philosophical self-reflection. But there is ample evidence that suggest they should. A recent study in BMC Neuroscience revealed that a critical region in the brain (the ACC) is activated…
