Chapter 2 Lesson 1- Human Flourishing PDF

Chapter 2- Lesson 2 Human Flourishing  Lesson Objectives ⚫ Identifydifferent conceptions of human flourishing ⚫ Determine the development of scientific method & the validity of science. ⚫ Critic human flourishing vis-a-vis progress of S&T to be able to define themselves the me...

Chapter 2- Lesson 2 Human Flourishing  Lesson Objectives ⚫ Identifydifferent conceptions of human flourishing ⚫ Determine the development of scientific method & the validity of science. ⚫ Critic human flourishing vis-a-vis progress of S&T to be able to define themselves the meaning of a good life. DOSE  Human Flourishing ⚫ Eudaimonia ,“good spirited”, a term coined by Greek philosopher, Aristotle (385-323 BC). ⚫ Describes the pinnacle of happiness that is attainable by humans. ⚫ Eudaimonia translated into human flourishing.  Nichomachean Ethics ⚫ The name formally given to Aristotle's best known work on ethics. ⚫ It is also the most influential book of the moral philosophy.  Human Flourishing ⚫ Aristotle’s Human Flourishing: is a result of different components such as: phrones is, friendshi p, wealth &  Human Flourishing ⚫ SOCIETAL CHANGE changes ELEMENTS of human flourishing Comfortable life, travel, more products, more money  Human Flourishing Man of the World Global Neighborhood C O M P E T I T I O N as a means of SURVIVAL C O O R D I N AT I O N new TREND  Human Flourishing W E S T E R N CIVILIZATION I NDI VI DUAL EASTERN CIVILIZATION COMMUNITY- C E N T RI C  Human Flourishing ⚫ Chinese Confucian System  Human Flourishing ⚫ Bushido ( 武士道 Bushidō), meaning "way of the warrior," is a Japanese code of conduct and a way of life, associated with the Samurai, and loosely analogous to the Western concept of chivalry. It is also known as the Samurai code and was influenced by the teachings of Zen Buddhism as well as Confucianism.  Human Flourishing ⚫ overallit played an important role in the dissemin at ion of moral virtue and the moral edificati on of Japanes e society.  ST & H U M A N FLOURISHING Technolog y is a human activity that we excel in as a result of achieving Martin Heidegger science.  ST & H U M A N FLOURISHING ⚫ Technology continuous to exist because of the brilliance, creativeness and the power of mind.  Science as Method and ⚫ Results In a pedestal untouchable by other institutions. ⚫ Sole claim to Reason and Empiricism. ⚫ 2 distinct features Experimentatio n & Empiricism: Give science edge over other schools HOW TO DO SCIENCE: Observe Determine the problem Formulate hypothesis Conduct experiment Gather and analyze Formulate conclusion and provide recommendation  Verification Theory ⚫ Earliest criterion that distinguishes Philosophy and Science. ⚫ Proposes that a discipline is a Science if it can be confirmed or interpreted in the event of alternative hypothesis being accepted. ⚫ Gives premium to empiricism. ⚫ Takes into account results that are measurable & experiments which are repeatable.  Verification Theory ⚫ Group of scholars, believed that only those which can be observe should be regarded as MEANINGFU L & REJECT those which cannot be directly accessed Vienna Circle  Verification Theory ⚫ Einstein’s Gravitatio nal Waves:  Verification Theory ERWIN SCHRODINGER Q UA N T U M MECHANICS Q Q UA N TU M MEC HANICS  VERIFICATI A S T R O LO ON THEORY GY ⚫ Verification theory is already biased, because one already has some sort of expectations on what to find.  Evidence and Theory Thomas Kuhn On Bridging the GAP between evidence & theory. Falsification Theory Karl Popper  Science as a Social Endeavor ⚫ Itperpetuates a dimension which generally benefits the society. ⚫Manifestation of shared experiences forging solidarity  Science as a Social ⚫Endeavor Uncontacted Tribes also known as isolated people or lost tribes. ⚫ Mostly found in South America, Central Africa and New Number of Uncontacted Tribes  Science And Results ⚫ Results are not always reliable. ⚫ Science does not monopolize the claim for definite results.  Science as Education ⚫ There are experiments have lost objectivity & thus credence have lost. ⚫ There are people who prefer science- inclined students over those who are less adept. Entrance exams in High Schools & College students have parts dedicated to Science& Mathematics. STEM is more popular, Accountancy & Business is closed second.  Science as ⚫ Education Educational System can hone & preserve student’s capacity to entertain other options. ⚫ Reinforce imagination, & allow some level of unorthodoxy. ⚫ Aristotle’s Eudaimonia; Person is required to be knowledgeable about Science, among other things of equal Millenium Development Goals ⚫ The 8 goals with measurable targets & clear deadlines improving the lives of the world's poorest people. ⚫ Leaders of 189 countries signed the historic millennium declaration of the UN in the year 2000.  How Much Is Too Much? ⚫ Growth is the primary indicator of development. - Growth is not infinite. Too much growth consumes  How Much Is Too Much? ⚫ The rapid pace of technological growth - Allows no room for nature to recuperate Resulting in exploitatio n& irreversible ⚫ Joseph Hickel- contemplated on suggesting that developed countries should not pushed more growth but adapt dedevelopment or else everybody loses.