Effective altruism is built on the simple but unsettling idea that living a fully ethical life involves doing the most good one can. In this course you will examine this idea's philosophical underpinnings; meet remarkable people who have restructured their lives in accordance with it; and think about how effective altruism can be put into practice in your own life.
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Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
Getting Started with the Course
Poverty and Affluence
What is the Best Cause? How Much Ought We Do to Help Others?
Effective Altruism and Career Choice
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TOP REVIEWS FROM EFFECTIVE ALTRUISM
Very insightful course, opened my eyes to the importance of an indepth analysis when considering charitable donations. Also introduced valuable resources when considering how and what to give.
All lectures of MR peter are understandable and informative. i learned from it alot. Thank you for heling us.
Excellent material on a much needed topic. The course brought together a good number of strong and important ideas, well backed by research and with very interesting and relevant guest speakers.
I really enjoyed the course and it went beyond my expectations. The best part for me were the discussions Peter had with the various guests.
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