How Do You Live the Life of Utilitarianism?
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The idea of introducing philosophy to secondary schools has enjoyed some attention recently. This has been motivated, in part, by frustration with our memory-focused exam system which leaves students...
View ArticleConsidering 'The Philosophy Of The Web'
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View ArticlePeter Singer Explains How Philosophy Can Be Hard To Grasp
These Questions originally appeared on Quora - the knowledge sharing network where compelling questions are answered by people with unique insights. Answers by Peter Singer, Philosopher, Author, on...
View Article7 Things To Know When Taking Your First Philosophy Course
So, you've registered for your first ever college philosophy course, but you're not really sure what philosophy is, what you'll be asked to do, or whether you'll be any good at it. Welcome to the club!...
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Commenters on the AJC Get Schooled blog debated an essay by a Georgia State University philosophy professor on the value and potential of his field, cited by two Republican presidential candidates as a...
View ArticleTwo perspectives on life-and-death decisions (Lehigh University)
(Source: Lehigh University) The Ethics of Death: Religious and Philosophical Perspectives in Dialogue, a new book by Lloyd Steffen and Dennis R. Cooley, explores the moral issues that arise when humans...
View ArticleThe Beginning of Infinity by David Deutsch
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View ArticleFeminist Leader Gloria Steinhem's Thoughts On Social Media And Capitalism
These Questions originally appeared on Quora - the knowledge sharing network where compelling questions are answered by people with unique insights. Answers by Gloria Steinem, writer, lecturer,...
View ArticleThe dilemmas of our lives and times - A way out?
Title: Without God, is Everything Permitted?; Author: Julian Baggini; Publisher: Quercus/Hachette India; Pages: 262; Price: Rs.399 Does the study of ethics and morality have any relevance in our...
View ArticleWithout God, is everything permitted?
Title: Without God, is Everything Permitted? Author: Julian Baggini Publisher: Quercus/Hachette India Pages: 262 Price: Rs.399 Does the study of ethics and morality have any relevance in our...
View ArticleI’m a philosopher, get me out of here!
Philosophy is an odd pursuit in that its practitioners aren’t quite sure what it’s for. Scientists add to the stock of human knowledge. Medics cure ailments. Lawyers administer justice. Philosophers...
View ArticleHow Should You Answer an Interviewer’s Question About Adding Value to a...
This question originally appeared on Quora, the knowledge-sharing network where compelling questions are answered by people with unique insights. Answer by Mira Zaslove, Fortune 500 manager, on Quora:...
View ArticleWhy A Shorter Resume Makes You A Stronger Candidate
How can I get an interview with a one-page resume? originally appeared on Quora - the knowledge sharing network where compelling questions are answered by people with unique insights. Answer by Gayle...
View ArticleHow Do We Get More Doctors Interested in Becoming Primary Care Physicians?
How do we get more doctors interested in becoming primary care physicians? originally appeared on Quora - the knowledge sharing network where compelling questions are answered by people with unique...
View ArticleWhat Are the Recent Innovations in Event Ticket Sales?
Why has there been so little innovation (re consumer experience) in how concert/event tickets work? originally appeared on Quora - the knowledge sharing network where compelling questions are answered...
View ArticleThe Best Recipe For a Highly Functioning Design Team
What are the principles for setting up high-functioning Design teams? originally appeared on Quora - the knowledge sharing network where compelling questions are answered by people with unique...
View ArticleDirector of Engineering at Facebook AI Explains the Advantages of New York Tech
These Questions originally appeared on Quora - the knowledge sharing network where compelling questions are answered by people with unique insights. Answers by Serkan Piantino, Director of Engineering,...
View ArticleParent Of Twins Reveals His Thoughts On A Baby's Natural Behavior
Are some babies just easier than others? originally appeared on Quora - the knowledge sharing network where compelling questions are answered by people with unique insights. Answer by Edward Donner,...
View ArticleThe Pitfalls of Deep Learning
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