Philosophy and Neuroethics (W_BA_PNEU)

Detailed notes on consciousness. Refers to multiple arguments, including the zombie argument and the global workspace theory. Consults advantages and disadvantages of different theories, as well as expert opinions and literature. What is phenomenal consciousness? What are the varieties of conscious experience? What is the illusion of conscious will?

How can algorithm-driven technology facilitate extremist and other beliefs? What are epistemic bubbles and echo chambers? What are the good-making features of beliefs? How do you separate a rational from an irrational belief? Notes including theoretical examples and scenarios.

Detailed notes on the free will vs determinism debate. Considers the scientific debate and the philosophical debate. Looks at the problems with both. Discusses varying positions within free will, including compatibilism, libertarianism, and hard determinism.

Philosophy and Neuroethics Week 1 - Mind-body problem - Searle, J. Minds, Brains, and Computers - Clark & Chalmers The Extended Mind - Lecture a - Lecture b Week 2 - Science and Objectivity - Kent Staley, An Introduction to Philosophy of Science chapter 2 - Kent Staley, An Introduction to Philosophy of Science chapter 5 - Kent Staley, An Introduction to Philosophy of Science chapter 12 - Lecture a - Lecture b Week 3 - Foundations of Ethics - Foundation of Ethics - Medic...