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Lying, Bullshitting, and the Meaning of Truth in the Post-Truth Era

Offered By: The Aspen Institute via YouTube

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Ethics Courses Critical Thinking Courses Media Literacy Courses Misinformation Courses

Course Description

Overview

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Explore the complex landscape of truth, lies, and misinformation in this thought-provoking 83-minute conference talk from The Aspen Institute. Delve into critical ethical questions surrounding modern discourse, examining the First Amendment's protection of speech, motivations behind deception, and diverse perspectives on defining and uncovering truth. Gain insights from legal, fact-checking, and scientific viewpoints as you navigate the challenges of discerning reality in a so-called "post-truth" era.

Syllabus

Lying, Bullshitting, and the Meaning of Truth


Taught by

The Aspen Institute

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