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What is the primary goal in life according to Socrates?
What is the primary goal in life according to Socrates?
Which term refers to the method of teaching that involves asking and answering questions?
Which term refers to the method of teaching that involves asking and answering questions?
What are the three parts of the soul according to Plato?
What are the three parts of the soul according to Plato?
What does the first part of the course aim to provide?
What does the first part of the course aim to provide?
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Which aspect of the soul is driven by desire and seeks physical satisfaction?
Which aspect of the soul is driven by desire and seeks physical satisfaction?
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In which area does the third part of the course provide practical applications?
In which area does the third part of the course provide practical applications?
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What role does the spirited soul play in a person's behavior?
What role does the spirited soul play in a person's behavior?
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What critical life stage is particularly associated with the exploration of self and identity?
What critical life stage is particularly associated with the exploration of self and identity?
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According to St. Augustine, what must one do to improve various aspects of life?
According to St. Augustine, what must one do to improve various aspects of life?
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Which of the following is NOT included as a discussion topic in the course?
Which of the following is NOT included as a discussion topic in the course?
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In Plato's philosophy, which aspect of the soul is responsible for decision-making and planning?
In Plato's philosophy, which aspect of the soul is responsible for decision-making and planning?
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What attitude does the course aim to develop in students regarding their learning process?
What attitude does the course aim to develop in students regarding their learning process?
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What describes Plato's contribution to education?
What describes Plato's contribution to education?
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What is the primary aim of studying philosophy according to the content?
What is the primary aim of studying philosophy according to the content?
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How does Socrates' philosophy contribute to the understanding of the self?
How does Socrates' philosophy contribute to the understanding of the self?
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In what way is philosophy described in relation to other disciplines?
In what way is philosophy described in relation to other disciplines?
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What is the essence of 'self' as defined in the content?
What is the essence of 'self' as defined in the content?
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What does philosophical inquiry encourage in relation to personal choices?
What does philosophical inquiry encourage in relation to personal choices?
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Which statement best reflects the philosophy's aim in shaping individual identity?
Which statement best reflects the philosophy's aim in shaping individual identity?
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What is considered a virtue in Socratic philosophy?
What is considered a virtue in Socratic philosophy?
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What critical approach does philosophy teach regarding the complexities of life?
What critical approach does philosophy teach regarding the complexities of life?
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How does St. Augustine relate our understanding of self to God?
How does St. Augustine relate our understanding of self to God?
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What is the primary contribution of René Descartes to philosophy?
What is the primary contribution of René Descartes to philosophy?
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What does 'cogito ergo sum' signify in Descartes' philosophy?
What does 'cogito ergo sum' signify in Descartes' philosophy?
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Which of the following describes Descartes' view on sensory perception?
Which of the following describes Descartes' view on sensory perception?
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What method did Descartes advocate for to attain knowledge?
What method did Descartes advocate for to attain knowledge?
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What role does doubt play in Descartes' philosophy?
What role does doubt play in Descartes' philosophy?
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How does St. Augustine view external teachings in relation to personal understanding?
How does St. Augustine view external teachings in relation to personal understanding?
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What aspect of one's existence does Descartes emphasize as important?
What aspect of one's existence does Descartes emphasize as important?
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What concept best represents Locke's view of the self?
What concept best represents Locke's view of the self?
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According to David Hume, what characterizes the self?
According to David Hume, what characterizes the self?
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What did Immanuel Kant emphasize regarding the understanding of the self?
What did Immanuel Kant emphasize regarding the understanding of the self?
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What key idea is Freud known for in relation to personality?
What key idea is Freud known for in relation to personality?
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Which philosopher is known for the concept that experiences can improve or totally replace our understanding of self?
Which philosopher is known for the concept that experiences can improve or totally replace our understanding of self?
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What is the primary function of the ego in personality theory?
What is the primary function of the ego in personality theory?
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Which of the following best describes Kant's idea of 'transcendental apperception'?
Which of the following best describes Kant's idea of 'transcendental apperception'?
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Which aspect of personality is characterized by self-gratification and the pleasure principle?
Which aspect of personality is characterized by self-gratification and the pleasure principle?
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What aspect of personality did Freud characterize in his psychoanalytic theory?
What aspect of personality did Freud characterize in his psychoanalytic theory?
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What does the unconscious mind predominantly store?
What does the unconscious mind predominantly store?
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What is a central theme of Locke's theory on personal identity?
What is a central theme of Locke's theory on personal identity?
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According to Gilbert Ryle, how should one's self be understood?
According to Gilbert Ryle, how should one's self be understood?
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What does the term 'pre-conscious' refer to in Freud's levels of consciousness?
What does the term 'pre-conscious' refer to in Freud's levels of consciousness?
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Which philosopher argued that the self is a reflection of demonstrated behavior?
Which philosopher argued that the self is a reflection of demonstrated behavior?
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What is suggested by 'the ghost in the machine' analogy used by Ryle?
What is suggested by 'the ghost in the machine' analogy used by Ryle?
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What does J. Paul Churchland emphasize for understanding the self?
What does J. Paul Churchland emphasize for understanding the self?
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Study Notes
GEED 10013 - Understanding the Self
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Course Focus: Identity, personality development, and factors influencing these aspects. The course emphasizes the question "Who am I?" especially during adolescence.
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Course Goal: Explore self and identity to gain understanding. Aims to integrate personal experiences with academic learning, fostering critical thinking and self-improvement.
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Course Structure:
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Part 1: Examines the self from various disciplines (philosophy, sociology, anthropology, psychology), comparing East/West perspectives. It also explores the essential question "what is the self?".
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Part 2: Explores the various components of the self (biological, material, digital self).
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Part 3: Focuses on self-regulated learning, goal setting, and self-care in students. Practical application of concepts.
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Mandatory Topics: Family Planning and Population Education
Philosophical Perspectives on The Self
- Socrates: Emphasized "knowing oneself," understanding one's abilities and weaknesses. He used the Socratic method—questioning and dialogue. Died as a philosopher who challenged ignorance.
- Plato: Student of Socrates, believed in a tripartite soul (appetitive, spirited, rational) forming a person.
- Aristotle: believed in the pursuit of knowledge and understanding of moral virtues and the good life.
- St. Augustine: Linked self-knowledge to God (believed God exists and is the reason for living and happiness).
- René Descartes: Emphasized "I think, therefore I am" (cogito ergo sum). He focused on the mind and body as separate entities.
- John Locke: Argued for the "tabula rasa" (blank slate) idea, emphasizing experience in defining who one is.
- David Hume: Believed the self is a collection of perceptions; the self isn't a permanent thing.
- Immanuel Kant: emphasized the role of consciousness in defining the self-synthesizing experience, intuitions, and impressions.
- Sigmund Freud: Introduced the concept of the id, ego, and superego, impacting personality development.
- Gilbert Ryle: Proposed behavior as the manifestation of self.
- Paul Churchland: Emphasized the brain in defining the self; self is identified by brain activity.
- Maurice Merleau-Ponty: Argued for the unity of mind and body in defining the self; emphasized the interconnectedness of consciousness and body.
- Thomas Aquinas: Viewed the self as a combination of body and soul (material and essence) as what defines us. His philosophy was Christian based.
Levels of Consciousness
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Conscious: Accessible thoughts and memories
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Preconscious: Subconscious or latent thoughts and memories accessible with effort.
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Unconscious: Deeper memories or issues that can't be brought to conscious mind easily.
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Id: Primal instincts; pleasure-seeking
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Ego: Balances id and reality
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Superego: Morality principle; internalized societal rules
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This quiz delves into the course GEED 10013, which explores identity and personality development, particularly focusing on adolescents. It covers various perspectives from philosophy, sociology, anthropology, and psychology regarding the self. The course aims to integrate personal experiences with academic insights for self-improvement.
