Thursday, March 24, 2011

Unsolved Historical Mysteries

Choose ONE  of the three episodes concerning Presidents Garfield, Zachary Taylor or Richard Nixon, viewed this week that involved the use of "Forensics in the White House." 

 Write about the 

1.  Problem or Question Presented
2. The Hypotheses put forth by experts
3.  The Evidence presented
4. The Result or Conclusion that was given by the experts
5.  If  YOU Agree or Disagree with the Stated Conclusion 

Write at least 75 words.

Saturday, March 12, 2011

IT'S GOLDEN!

Most of us know it as the Golden Rule:  “Do Unto Others…”
Philosophers refer to it as the Law of Reciprocity…
Kant called it the Categorical Imperative…
Fundamentally, it is a universal principle of Ethics, which keeps us from harming others at least, and at best, tells us to embrace the humanity of everyone.
Go to page 292 in our text.  There are seven major Religions listed and their interpretation of the Rule.
Discuss how these statements are SIMILAR and how following any of the individual interpretations contribute to a life worth living and to Universal  Good.  

Sunday, March 6, 2011

Cognitive Errors

Cognitive errors, errors in logical reasoning such as an irrational thought, can disrupt the life of the most ordinary person.  Read the entry on page 117 in our text and respond to question number 1  in 75-100 words.

Discuss why/how ordinary people may "fall into" such beliefs. What circumstances could contribute to irrational beliefs? What are some methods to help yourself or someone else dispel these types of beliefs?  Feel free to give your opinion on any and all options.