Is Free Will an Illusion? What Can Cognitive Science Tell Us?
Offered By: Santa Fe Institute via YouTube
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Overview
Explore the complex philosophical debate surrounding free will and determinism in this thought-provoking lecture by renowned philosopher Daniel Dennett. Delve into the tension between the scientific view of a deterministic universe and the concept of free will as a foundation for personal responsibility and morality. Examine how cognitive science informs this age-old philosophical question, and consider whether free will and determinism can coexist. Investigate the implications of free will being an illusion, particularly in relation to personal responsibility and societal institutions. Learn from Dennett's expertise as he unravels this conundrum and challenges conventional thinking about free will, determinism, and human agency.
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Is Free Will an Illusion? What Can Cognitive Science Tell Us?
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Santa Fe Institute
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