Video Review
Here are the three videos.
https://www.ted.com/talks/steven_pinker_human_nature_and_the_blank_slate/up-next
https://www.ted.com/talks/david_chalmers_how_do_you_explain_consciousness
https://www.ted.com/talks/karen_armstrong_my_wish_the_charter_for_compassion/up-next
Below are the instructions from my instructor.
Understanding the concept of reality and what does or does not lie beyond the reality we perceive has
profound implications for us as human beeings. You will answer the three questions the three talks from
TED.com that are listed. Your answers should be at least 90 words for each of the three questions for
each video. You will answer these in a word document. Please be sure to clearly label and separate your
responses to each of the three talks you respond to. Also, for each talk you write about, please make sure to clearly number your responses so that your instructor can tell which question you are responding to.
Questions
- Briefly explain the speaker’s point (s). What did you think was the most interesting thing(s) he or she
said?
- What philosophical ideas we have read about do you think is informing the speaker’s thoughts? You can
use general theories or specific theorists. ( Make sure to fully explain your answer, showing what it is that the speaker said that led to your answer.
- Do you agree with the speaker’s reasoning? Why or why not? Be sure to explain your own reasoning.
Do you agree with the speakers conclusions? Why or why not?
Sample Solution