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Hello Connections, "Thrilled to announce my completion of the 'Introduction to Philosophy' course from the The University of Edinburgh on Coursera! Excited to apply newfound insights to both personal and professional endeavors. #LifelongLearner #Philosophy #CourseraEducation"

Remembering Henry Rosovsky: A champion of academic rigor who navigated Harvard through tumultuous times. His legacy teaches us the balance between educational ideals and real-world challenges, lessons that are desperately needed today. More from AQ:

As I conclude a challenging semester undertaking 12 hours of philosophy courses at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, I reflect on the intellectual intensity of the journey. These courses, notably the Philosophy of Rational Theology and the Philosophy of Scientific Reasoning, proved to be an invigorating yet intellectually taxing experience. Delving into the intricate realms of rational theology and scientific reasoning demanded a deep commitment to understanding complex philosophical concepts. The courses rigorously explored intricate theories, requiring mental rigor that challenged me to stretch my cognitive capacities. The intellectual demands were not merely about memorization but a profound engagement with abstract ideas, critical analysis, and the articulation of nuanced perspectives. Balancing these courses with a full-time CLO job added a layer of complexity, demanding a disciplined approach to time management and mental resilience. However, it is precisely in the face of such challenges that intellectual growth occurs. Wrestling with intricate philosophical debates has expanded my knowledge base and honed my ability to grapple with abstract concepts, fostering a deeper understanding of the complexities inherent in philosophy and the executive legal realm. As I navigate the demanding terrain of these courses, I am reminded that true intellectual growth often emerges from the crucible of challenge. Here's to embracing the difficulties, as they are the crucible in which intellectual resilience is forged. And I have a 4.0 GPA. #PhilosophyJourney #IntellectualChallenge #AcademicReflection #ResilienceInLearning #UNCG

Excited to share that I've completed the 'Introduction to Philosophy' course from The University of Edinburgh on Coursera! Exploring the fundamentals of philosophy and various ways of thinking and approaching the big questions has been an enlightening journey. #Philosophy #Coursera #UniversityofEdinburgh

I don’t often refer to Jordan Peterson, but in the case of the recent dumpster fire of congressional testimony by the presidents of Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Harvard University, and University of Pennsylvania, he might just be right. Peterson writes, “Let’s make it stark and clear: The presidents of three of the most influential universities in the world this week justified the utterance on their respective campuses of genocidal threats against the Jews. They did so while claiming the moral high ground.” The basic claim is that postmodernism relativism, that increasingly undergirds higher ed, makes it impossible for these institutions to see the difference between failing to recognize someone’s preferred pronouns and calling for the annihilation of an entire group of people. Both are reprehensible, but the latter is a tad bit more egregious. The presidents of these institutions—and, by extension, many of their fellow colleagues—can’t clearly see this difference, and that’s truly terrifying. And, on this dour note, I should note that my most highly cited published paper, by far, is one that heavily cites and relies on postmodern philosophers, like Foucault. None of my other papers, which call on pragmatic and clear reasons for ethical and moral changes in historic preservation policy get this much attention. Huh. Go figure. Foucault it. #highered #highereducation #antisemitism #postmodernism #moralrelativism

Hello Connections!!! I've recently completed the "Philosophy, Science and Religion" course on Coursera, authorized by the University of Edinburgh!! 🌟 This course has been an incredible journey, allowing me to explore new interests beyond my academic and professional requirements. Delving into the intersections of philosophy, science, and religion has broadened my perspective and enriched my understanding of these complex fields. It's a reminder of the importance of continuous learning and personal growth. No matter where we are in our careers, it's essential to keep exploring and learning something new. Here's to lifelong learning and expanding our horizons! #Coursera #LifelongLearning #PersonalGrowth #Philosophy #Science #Religion #UniversityOfEdinburgh #ContinuousLearning #NewInterests #ProfessionalDevelopment #ExploreMore

In an Op-ed, philosopher Agnes Callard makes the important point that current methods for allocating resources and engaging in program prioritization in higher education work within a value system and mental framework that is hostile to the humanities. For disciplines focused on contemplation and inquiry, like my own #arthistory, how can we reframe the institutional models on a more level playing field? I am convinced that higher education cannot thrive if it is not informed by the contributions of the arts and humanities. We need #higheredleadership to seek out asset models that account for core arts and humanities values, including contemplation, creativity, and inquiry.  Callard writes:  "The humanistic spirit is, fundamentally, an inquisitive one. In contrast, defenses of the humanities are not — and cannot be — conducted in an inquisitive spirit, because a defensive spirit is inimical to an inquisitive one....An atmosphere of urgency and calls for immediate action are hostile to fields of study like literature and philosophy that require a contemplative mood."--Agnes Callard. https://lnkd.in/eWqdyQUu #arts #creativity #highered  #humanities

"Philosophy is not only about interpreting the world, but also about changing it -and hopefully, for the better- you’ll also learn how to use your imagination to evaluate what the right thing to do is in a given situation, what the criteria are to evaluate actions, and whether such criteria are established evermore or remain an open question." This course helps to use the imagination to test definitions, analyses or conceptions of philosophically relevant notions through imaginary examples and counterexamples, addressing questions that have been an integral part of Western philosophy since its inception, such as - 'what is knowledge?'; - 'what is mind?'; - 'what is moral responsibility?'; and - 'what is justice?' It then teaches how to use the imagination to develop a worldview.

A 5-start rating and a nice review. See: https://lnkd.in/gx5PXjZ9 I strive to achieve what MLK and Einstein say here: 1. ”Education must also train one for quick, resolute and effective thinking. To think incisively and to think for one’s self is very difficult. We are prone to let our mental life become invaded by legions of half truths, prejudices, and propaganda. At this point, I often wonder whether or not education is fulfilling its purpose. A great majority of the so-called educated people do not think logically and scientifically. Even the press, the classroom, the platform, and the pulpit in many instances do not give us objective and unbiased truths. To save man from the morass of propaganda, in my opinion, is one of the chief aims of education. Education must enable one to sift and weigh evidence, to discern the true from the false, the real from the unreal, and the facts from the fiction.” --Martin Luther King, Jr. (From MLK’s 1947 article “The Purpose of Education,” published in the Morehouse College campus newspaper The Maroon Tiger. See: https://lnkd.in/exwC4RBT) 2. ”I fully agree with you about the significance and educational value of methodology as well as history and philosophy of science. So many people today — and even professional scientists — seem to me like someone who has seen thousands of trees but has never seen a forest. A knowledge of the historic and philosophical background gives that kind of independence from prejudices of his generation from which most scientists are suffering. This independence created by philosophical insight is — in my opinion — the mark of distinction between a mere artisan or specialist and a real seeker after truth." --Albert Einstein (Letter to Robert A. Thorton, Physics Professor at University of Puerto Rico (7 December 1944) [EA-674, Einstein Archive, Hebrew University, Jerusalem]. Thorton had written to Einstein on persuading colleagues of the importance of philosophy of science to scientists (empiricists) and science. See: https://lnkd.in/gRXewXEJ) #Education #Teaching #ExcellenceInEducation #MathematicsEducation

Hi, Connections! Thrilled to have completed the 'Philosophy and the Sciences: Introduction to the Philosophy of Cognitive Sciences' course on Coursera from The University of Edinburgh! 🧠📚 Exploring the fascinating intersections between philosophy and cognitive sciences has been an enlightening journey. Ready to apply these insights to enhance my understanding and approach in the ever-evolving world of thought and innovation. #LifelongLearning #Philosophy #CognitiveSciences