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About the Course

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. But what is intellectual humility, anyway? And why do people seem so drawn toward intellectual arrogance? Psychologists, philosophers, theologians, and educationalists are now suggesting some answers. In this course we try to define intellectual humility and intellectual virtues in general, and ask how we know who is humble. All lectures are delivered by leading specialists, and the course is organised around a number of interesting readings and practical assignments which will help you address issues related to humility in your daily life. This course is a part of a series which explores the theory, the science and the applied issues surrounding intellectual humility (the latter two coming in June and November 2017). Completing all three courses will give you a broader understanding of this fascinating topic. Look for: • Intellectual Humility: Science - https://www.coursera.org/learn/intellectual-humility-science • Intellectual Humility: Practice - https://www.coursera.org/learn/intellectual-humility-practice You can also follow us on twitter: @EdiPhilOnline and #IHMOOC...

Top reviews

CC

Aug 11, 2019

This course has given me an opportunity to reflect myself as well as others. Highly recommended if you are interested in communication.

WS

Aug 15, 2018

I think I learned a bit that I'll keep with me for a long time. Really enjoyed the course. :)

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By F. A

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Aug 20, 2018

a very good introduction to virtue epistemology and cognitive science.

By Narasinga P P

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Jul 29, 2020

Fantastic Course. I will complete the Science part also.

Thanks a lot.

By Marilyn S

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Sep 6, 2020

awesome learned so much...makes me want to learn more. thank you

By Jay M R

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Aug 11, 2019

Great course to get you thinking about your claims to knowledge.

By Alfredo M

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Aug 21, 2022

Great course, fundamental for passing this troubled Century.

By Raphael G M

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Aug 29, 2021

I think everyone needs to learn about intellectual humility.

By Pascal D

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Jun 26, 2017

great course. enjoyed the videos and of course the material

By Kam L

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Feb 16, 2021

Good over summary of intellectual humility's definition.

By Courtney W

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Jan 19, 2017

It was my first Coursera class and I liked it very much.

By Jürgen B

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Mar 29, 2020

It's a short course, but very well done and worthwhile.

By scalesr4

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Mar 18, 2018

I

love the concept of this branch of philosophy!

By Howard C

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Jun 9, 2017

Excellent course to go through and learn from.

By Asif S B

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Mar 14, 2017

One of the most important courses in Coursera!

By AHMED E M

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Jan 9, 2021

Very Interesting and educational course.

By Mobashir A

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Aug 26, 2020

Wonderful approach. Wonderful examples.

By Alma D

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Apr 24, 2017

Very interesting and great course!

By Ionut M C

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Apr 10, 2019

Great content, enjoyed the talks.

By Roberto R

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Jan 14, 2018

thanks,everybody should do it :-)

By Andrew W

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Sep 6, 2021

Great Course really enjoyed it

By L

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Dec 29, 2016

worth every minute of my time!

By Ricardo V

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Sep 6, 2020

Outstanding, really very good

By abdulrahman m

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Jan 7, 2019

This is an eye-opening course

By Daniel F B

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Jun 7, 2020

Un curso muy expectacular

By Mehrdad M

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Jun 20, 2017

I learned a lot!

By Benali N

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Aug 7, 2023

A good course.