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Why is adopting a holistic perspective valuable in philosophical inquiry?
Why is adopting a holistic perspective valuable in philosophical inquiry?
- It relies on personal opinions rather than empirical evidence.
- It simplifies complex issues by ignoring contradictory information.
- It focuses on specific details to arrive at definitive answers.
- It encourages consideration of all aspects to gain a comprehensive understanding. (correct)
In what way does Thales's belief that 'everything is related because everything contains water' exemplify holistic thinking?
In what way does Thales's belief that 'everything is related because everything contains water' exemplify holistic thinking?
- It argues that the existence of life is independent of environmental factors.
- It establishes a single, universal element as the foundation of all existence, connecting everything. (correct)
- It dismisses the interconnectedness of natural phenomena.
- It prioritizes the study of individual components rather than the system as a whole.
How does a holistic approach contribute to a more accurate understanding of a person or situation?
How does a holistic approach contribute to a more accurate understanding of a person or situation?
- By relying on preconceived notions and biases.
- By ignoring contradictory information to maintain a consistent viewpoint.
- By focusing on immediate impressions and surface-level observations.
- By considering various perspectives to come closer to the truth. (correct)
Which of the following actions best demonstrates a holistic perspective in problem-solving?
Which of the following actions best demonstrates a holistic perspective in problem-solving?
What is the primary difference between holistic and partial thinking when analyzing a complex issue?
What is the primary difference between holistic and partial thinking when analyzing a complex issue?
In the context of medical diagnosis, how does a holistic approach differ from a partial approach?
In the context of medical diagnosis, how does a holistic approach differ from a partial approach?
What is the significance of insight in the context of holistic philosophizing?
What is the significance of insight in the context of holistic philosophizing?
According to the principles of holistic thinking, how should conclusions be formed?
According to the principles of holistic thinking, how should conclusions be formed?
Why is a holistic perspective considered more desirable in doing philosophy?
Why is a holistic perspective considered more desirable in doing philosophy?
How does the 'story of the elephant and the blind men' relate to the concept of holistic seeing?
How does the 'story of the elephant and the blind men' relate to the concept of holistic seeing?
What practical step can be taken to expand one's perspective when facing a disagreement?
What practical step can be taken to expand one's perspective when facing a disagreement?
How does recognizing the relationship of a single element to everything else demonstrates a mark of a holistic perspective?
How does recognizing the relationship of a single element to everything else demonstrates a mark of a holistic perspective?
What does it mean to learn to 'look beyond what is immediately before you'?
What does it mean to learn to 'look beyond what is immediately before you'?
Why was ancient Greek civilization conducive to the development of philosophy?
Why was ancient Greek civilization conducive to the development of philosophy?
What underlying assumptions does Thales make when he asserts that 'everything is related because everything that exists contains water'?
What underlying assumptions does Thales make when he asserts that 'everything is related because everything that exists contains water'?
What is the best example of not confusing the forest for the trees?
What is the best example of not confusing the forest for the trees?
A company implements a new marketing strategy focused solely on social media advertising, neglecting traditional channels like print and television. Is this a HOLISTIC or PARTIAL perspective?
A company implements a new marketing strategy focused solely on social media advertising, neglecting traditional channels like print and television. Is this a HOLISTIC or PARTIAL perspective?
A doctor diagnoses a patient's persistent cough solely based on a chest X-ray, without inquiring about their smoking history, environmental exposures, or other symptoms. Is this a HOLISTIC or PARTIAL perspective?
A doctor diagnoses a patient's persistent cough solely based on a chest X-ray, without inquiring about their smoking history, environmental exposures, or other symptoms. Is this a HOLISTIC or PARTIAL perspective?
An urban planner designs a new public park with ample green space and recreational facilities. However, they fail to consider the needs of people with disabilities. Is this a HOLISTIC or PARTIAL perspective?
An urban planner designs a new public park with ample green space and recreational facilities. However, they fail to consider the needs of people with disabilities. Is this a HOLISTIC or PARTIAL perspective?
A software development team focuses exclusively on adding new features to their application, neglecting bug fixes and performance optimization. Is this a HOLISTIC or PARTIAL perspective?
A software development team focuses exclusively on adding new features to their application, neglecting bug fixes and performance optimization. Is this a HOLISTIC or PARTIAL perspective?
A government implements a carbon tax to reduce emissions while investing in renewable energy sources and promoting public transportation. Is this a HOLISTIC or PARTIAL perspective?
A government implements a carbon tax to reduce emissions while investing in renewable energy sources and promoting public transportation. Is this a HOLISTIC or PARTIAL perspective?
A school district introduces technology in classrooms but only focuses on hardware without training teachers or developing curricula that effectively integrate technology. Is this a HOLISTIC or PARTIAL perspective?
A school district introduces technology in classrooms but only focuses on hardware without training teachers or developing curricula that effectively integrate technology. Is this a HOLISTIC or PARTIAL perspective?
A city launches a vaccination campaign that includes educational outreach, free clinics, and incentives for vaccinated individuals while addressing misinformation. Is this a HOLISTIC or PARTIAL perspective?
A city launches a vaccination campaign that includes educational outreach, free clinics, and incentives for vaccinated individuals while addressing misinformation. Is this a HOLISTIC or PARTIAL perspective?
A school introduces mental health days for students but does not provide ongoing mental health resources or support for students in crisis. Is this a HOLISTIC or PARTIAL perspective?
A school introduces mental health days for students but does not provide ongoing mental health resources or support for students in crisis. Is this a HOLISTIC or PARTIAL perspective?
A community organization sets up food pantries to address hunger but does not work on addressing the underlying issues of poverty or job training for food-insecure individuals. Is this a HOLISTIC or PARTIAL perspective?
A community organization sets up food pantries to address hunger but does not work on addressing the underlying issues of poverty or job training for food-insecure individuals. Is this a HOLISTIC or PARTIAL perspective?
What is abstractive thinking and how is it related to philosophy?
What is abstractive thinking and how is it related to philosophy?
How did Thales deduce the relationship of things in the universe?
How did Thales deduce the relationship of things in the universe?
What is the first step in a philosophical mind?
What is the first step in a philosophical mind?
What did Thales love to do?
What did Thales love to do?
How does a partial perspective ONLY promote limited knowledge on the situation?
How does a partial perspective ONLY promote limited knowledge on the situation?
Which statement relating to Greek philosophers does not fit?
Which statement relating to Greek philosophers does not fit?
What is the meaning of INSIGHT?
What is the meaning of INSIGHT?
What is the curriculum standard?
What is the curriculum standard?
What is the goal in Marks of a Holistic Perspective?
What is the goal in Marks of a Holistic Perspective?
Select the best learning objective.
Select the best learning objective.
There are two types of thinking, Holistic and...
There are two types of thinking, Holistic and...
Which of the actions is an example of a holistic perspective?
Which of the actions is an example of a holistic perspective?
Flashcards
Curriculum Standard
Curriculum Standard
Understanding the meaning and process of doing philosophy.
Value of Philosophy
Value of Philosophy
Appreciating philosophy for its broad life perspective.
Holistic Perspective
Holistic Perspective
Seeing the bigger picture, all parts connected.
Partial Perspective
Partial Perspective
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Philosophical Reflection
Philosophical Reflection
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Abstractive Thinking
Abstractive Thinking
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Insight
Insight
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Holistic Perspective
Holistic Perspective
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Partial Perspective
Partial Perspective
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Thales
Thales
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Study Notes
- The curriculum standard aims to understand the meaning and process of doing philosophy
- The learning objectives include:
- Realizing the value of doing philosophy in obtaining a broad perspective on life
- Distinguishing a holistic perspective from a partial point of view
- Doing a philosophical reflection on a concrete situation from a holistic perspective
Holistic vs. Partial Thinking
- Holistic thinking involves doctors reviewing a patient's illness as an aspect of their lifestyle and personal circumstances
- Partial thinking, however, involves doctors focusing on a specific set of symptoms to determine the cause of a patient's illness
- Holistic perspective looks at all aspects of a given problem or situation, with all aspects given importance when making conclusions
- Partial perspective looks only at a limited number of aspects of a problem or situation, where conclusions are then based on considering some, but not all sides of the problem
Philosophy and its Holistic Approach
- A philosopher’s way of thinking can be abstractive
- Looks at the whole picture and sees how things are connected to each other
- Approaching something or someone from various perspectives brings one closer to the truth
Insight
- Thinkers in the past used their minds “to see the whole"
- Insight means "seeing with the mind"
- Greek philosophers ask questions such as:
- What makes us all connected to each other?
- What makes us one?
- What underlies everything that exists?
Thales
- Thales (624-545 B.C.) was the first noted philosopher in Western history
- He was a thinker who loved to gaze at the star
- By sensing the harmony in the movements of the heavenly bodies, he deduced the relationship of things in the universe
- Everything is related to each other because everything that exists contains water
Philosophical insight
- Aim to understand how a philosophical mind moves
- "Having a philosophical insight means being able to see with the mind.”
Marks of a holistic perspective
- Learning to look beyond what is immediately before you
- Learning to see how a thing is related to everything else
Holistic vs. Partial Perspective in Practice
- Holistic: A teacher listens to both sides of a story from two students before making any conclusion about the issue
- Partial: A teacher scolds Student A, after Student B accused him of stealing money, without listening to Student A's side of the story.
- Using a Holistic perspective is more desirable when doing philosophy than using a partial perspective
- Partial perspective promotes limited knowledge on a situation, which then leads to wrong conclusions
Examples of Holistic vs. Partial
- Holistic: A carbon tax, renewable energy investment, and public transport promotion are all implemented by the government to reduce emissions
- Partial: A school district introduces technology in classrooms but only focuses on the hardware
- Holistic: A city launches a vaccination campaign that includes educational outreach, free clinics, incentives, and addresses misinformation
- Partial: A school introduces mental health days for students but does not provide ongoing mental health resources or support for students in crisis
- Partial: A community organization sets up food pantries to address hunger but does not work on addressing the underlying issues of poverty or job training for food-insecure individuals
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