Faced with difficult questions people often tend to dismiss and marginalize dissent. Political and moral disagreements can be incredibly polarizing, and sometimes even dangerous. And whether it’s Christian fundamentalism, Islamic extremism, or militant atheism, religious dialogue remains tinted by arrogance, dogma, and ignorance. The world needs more people who are sensitive to reasons both for and against their beliefs, and are willing to consider the possibility that their political, religious and moral beliefs might be mistaken. The world needs more intellectual humility.
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Intellectual Humility: Theory
The University of EdinburghAbout this Course
Skills you will gain
- Philosophy
- Psychology
- Software Testing
- Self-Help
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The University of Edinburgh
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Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
Getting started
What is intellectual humility?
by Dr Ian Church and Dr Peter Samuelson
What is an intellectual virtue?
by Professor John Greco
How do we know who is intellectually humble?
by Professor Peter C. Hill
End of course assignments
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TOP REVIEWS FROM INTELLECTUAL HUMILITY: THEORY
This really motivated me to consciously practice intellectual humility. I would definetely recommend this course to whoever may want to open their mind and get a bigger picture of the world.
Very good course, with extensive material and levels of involvement depending on time and interest. The professors speak very clearly and are engaging.
After this class I can say that I dwell on aspects I learned every day. Among the best MOOCs available. This should be required at colleges and universities. Highly recommend.
This is a course that really rewards effort. It has caused me to engage in self reflection and to re-evaluate my own habits of thought.
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