Philosophy of Mind and Consciousness
( 25 Modules )

Module #1
Introduction to Philosophy of Mind
Overview of the field, key concepts, and central questions

Module #2
Dualism vs. Monism
Exploring the fundamental divide between dualist and monist approaches to the mind-body problem

Module #3
René Descartes and the Mind-Body Problem
Examining Descartes influential arguments for dualism and the implications for modern philosophy of mind

Module #4
Behaviorism and the Rise of Scientific Psychology
The development of behaviorism as a response to dualism, and its influence on the study of consciousness

Module #5
The Identity Theory and Type-Physicalism
Exploring the arguments for and against the idea that mental states are identical with physical states

Module #6
Functionalism and the Computational Mind
The rise of functionalism and its implications for our understanding of mental states and processes

Module #7
The Hard Problem of Consciousness
David Chalmers formulation of the hard problem and its challenges to materialist accounts of consciousness

Module #8
Integrated Information Theory (IIT)
Neuroscientist Giulio Tononis influential theory of consciousness and its implications for our understanding of the mind

Module #9
Global Workspace Theory (GWT)
Psychologist Bernard Baars theory of consciousness as a global workspace, and its relation to IIT and other approaches

Module #10
Phenomenology and the Study of Conscious Experience
The importance of phenomenology in understanding conscious experience, with a focus on Edmund Husserls work

Module #11
The Nature of Subjective Experience
Exploring the characteristics and implications of subjective experience, including qualia and intentionality

Module #12
The Binding Problem and Neural Synchronization
The binding problem in neuroscience and its relation to our understanding of conscious integration and unity

Module #13
Neural Darwinism and the Selection of Conscious Content
Gerard Edelmans theory of neural Darwinism and its implications for our understanding of conscious perception and attention

Module #14
The Extended Mind Thesis
The idea that the mind extends beyond the skull, and its implications for our understanding of cognition and consciousness

Module #15
Panpsychism and the Consciousness of Basic Entities
The argument for panpsychism, and its implications for our understanding of consciousness and the natural world

Module #16
The Relationship Between Mind and Brain
Examining the complex interplay between mental states and neural processes, including top-down and bottom-up approaches

Module #17
Free Will and Moral Responsibility
The implications of philosophical theories of mind and consciousness for our understanding of free will and moral responsibility

Module #18
The Implications of Artificial Intelligence for Consciousness
The challenges and opportunities posed by AI for our understanding of consciousness and the mind

Module #19
Consciousness and the Neural Correlates of Consciousness (NCCs)
The search for the neural correlates of consciousness, and their implications for our understanding of conscious experience

Module #20
The Hard Problem and the Limits of Scientific Explanation
The challenges of explaining consciousness within a scientific framework, and the limits of our current understanding

Module #21
Philosophy of Mind and Cognitive Science
The intersection of philosophy of mind and cognitive science, including the influence of philosophical theories on empirical research

Module #22
Consciousness and the Brains Default Mode Network
The role of the default mode network in consciousness, and its implications for our understanding of self and mind

Module #23
Mind-Wandering and the Nature of Conscious Experience
The phenomenon of mind-wandering, and its implications for our understanding of conscious experience and the mind

Module #24
Altered States of Consciousness and the Study of Mind
The study of altered states of consciousness, including dreams, psychedelic experiences, and meditation

Module #25
Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion
Planning next steps in Philosophy of Mind and Consciousness career

WIZAPE

ONLINE RESOURCES

ABOUT WIZAPE

ONLINE PORTAL

Our priority is to cultivate a vibrant community before considering the release of a token. By focusing on engagement and support, we can create a solid foundation for sustainable growth. Let’s build this together!

We're giving our website a fresh new look and feel! 🎉 Stay tuned as we work behind the scenes to enhance your experience.
Get ready for a revamped site that’s sleeker, and packed with new features. Thank you for your patience. Great things are coming!

CONTACT-US PRIVACY POLICY

Philosophy of Mind and Consciousness ( 25 Modules )

Philosophy of Mind and Consciousness
( 25 Modules )