Module #1 Introduction to Metaphysics Overview of metaphysics, its relation to philosophy, and the significance of understanding time, change, and reality.
Module #2 What is Reality? Exploring the concept of reality, its definitions, and the different perspectives on what constitutes reality.
Module #3 The Nature of Time Examining the concept of time, its measurement, and the various theories about its nature (A-theory, B-theory, etc.).
Module #4 Time and Change Investigating the relationship between time and change, including the concepts of persistence, endurance, and temporal parts.
Module #5 The Philosophy of Change Delving into the nature of change, including types of change (qualitative, quantitative, etc.), and the implications for our understanding of reality.
Module #6 Substance and Attribute Exploring the concepts of substance and attribute, and their relationship to change and time.
Module #7 The Problem of Personal Identity Investigating the nature of personal identity, including the concepts of self, identity, and continuity over time.
Module #8 The Ship of Theseus Paradox Examining the classic paradox and its implications for our understanding of change, identity, and reality.
Module #9 Causation and Determinism Exploring the concepts of causation, determinism, and the implications for our understanding of time and reality.
Module #10 Free Will and Determinism Investigating the debate between free will and determinism, and the implications for our understanding of time and reality.
Module #11 The Nature of Space Examining the concept of space, its relationship to time, and the implications for our understanding of reality.
Module #12 The Philosophy of Space and Time Delving into the philosophical implications of space and time, including the concepts of spacetime, relativity, and the nature of reality.
Module #13 The Grandfather Paradox Examining the classic paradox and its implications for our understanding of time travel, causation, and reality.
Module #14 Time Travel and the Philosophy of Time Investigating the concepts of time travel, its implications for our understanding of time, and the possibilities for time travel.
Module #15 The Multiverse Hypothesis Exploring the concept of the multiverse, its implications for our understanding of reality, and the possibilities for multiple realities.
Module #16 Possible Worlds and Counterfactuals Delving into the concepts of possible worlds, counterfactuals, and their implications for our understanding of reality and time.
Module #17 The Implications of Metaphysics Examining the implications of metaphysical theories for our understanding of reality, time, and human experience.
Module #18 The Relationship Between Metaphysics and Science Investigating the relationship between metaphysics and science, and the ways in which they inform and challenge each other.
Module #19 The History of Metaphysics Exploring the development of metaphysical thought throughout history, from ancient Greece to modern times.
Module #20 Key Thinkers in Metaphysics Examining the contributions of key thinkers in metaphysics, such as Aristotle, Kant, and Einstein, and their influence on our understanding of time, change, and reality.
Module #21 Contemporary Debates in Metaphysics Investigating current debates and controversies in metaphysics, including the nature of time, the reality of change, and the nature of reality.
Module #22 The Future of Metaphysics Exploring the future of metaphysical inquiry, including new directions, challenges, and possibilities for understanding time, change, and reality.
Module #23 The Practical Applications of Metaphysics Examining the practical implications of metaphysical theories for ethics, morality, and our understanding of human experience.
Module #24 Metaphysics and the Human Condition Investigating the relationship between metaphysics and the human condition, including the implications for our understanding of mortality, free will, and the meaning of life.
Module #25 Metaphysics and the Natural World Exploring the relationship between metaphysics and the natural world, including the implications for our understanding of the environment, ecology, and sustainability.
Module #26 Metaphysics and Technology Examining the implications of metaphysical theories for our understanding of technology, artificial intelligence, and the future of human civilization.
Module #27 The Limits of Metaphysics Investigating the limitations and challenges of metaphysical inquiry, including the problems of language, cognition, and the nature of reality.
Module #28 The Role of Intuition in Metaphysics Exploring the role of intuition in metaphysical inquiry, including its strengths, weaknesses, and implications for our understanding of reality.
Module #29 The Relationship Between Metaphysics and Other Disciplines Examining the relationships between metaphysics and other disciplines, such as philosophy of science, philosophy of mind, and ethics.
Module #30 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Time, Change, and Reality in Metaphysics career