Epistemology Courses and Certifications

Plato's Arguments for the Immortality of the Soul - Part II

Explore Plato's arguments for the soul's immortality, including the nature of forms, recycling, and recollection. Delve into philosophical reasoning on non-physical entities and their implications.

• YouTube
• 47 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Logic of Science - Principles of Evolution, Ecology and Behavior

Explore the evolution of scientific thought, including falsifiability, revolutions, and creativity. Learn how philosophy influences modern scientific approaches and the boundaries of scientific knowledge.

• YouTube
• 46 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Epistemic Quest for Truth: Introduction to epistemology

46 ratings at Coursera

Explore the foundations of knowledge, its analysis, possibility, structure, types, and value in this philosophical journey addressing modern challenges to truth and information.

• Coursera
• 6 hours 29 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Philosophy 101: Intro to Philosophy

Explore fundamental philosophical concepts, from logic and fallacies to epistemology and ethics. Engage with expert instructors to gain a comprehensive understanding of key philosophical ideas and their real-world applications.

• Study.com
• 18 hours 8 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

UExcel Introduction to Philosophy: Study Guide & Test Prep

Comprehensive guide covering fundamental philosophical concepts, theories, and systems, ideal for UExcel exam preparation. Explores logic, metaphysics, epistemology, ethics, and more through concise lessons.

• Study.com
• 18 hours 40 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Managing complexity: a systems approach

3 ratings at OpenLearn

Explore systemic thinking to manage complex situations, enhance decision-making, and broaden perspectives. Learn to navigate interconnections between events, ideas, and knowledge gaps effectively.

• OpenLearn
• 20 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Certificate

Plato, Socrates, and the Birth of Western Philosophy | 西方哲学精神探源

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探索西方哲学起源，深入古希腊罗马思想家的智慧。培养批判性思维，探讨崇高价值观，以新视角思考世界。适合所有专业本科生，提升人文素养。

• edX
• 16 weeks, 1-3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Plato, Socrates, and the Birth of Western Philosophy

Explore the works of Plato, Aristotle, Heraclitus and other originators of Western philosophy in an immersive study of ancient Greek and Roman philoso

• XuetangX
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Power and Responsibility: Doing Philosophy with Superheroes

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Pow! Bang! Kaboom! Power and Responsibility: Doing Philosophy with Superheroes, a SmithsonianX and Harvard Division of Continuing Education course, blends superheroes narratives with the core areas of philosophy.

• edX
• 5 weeks, 1-5 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Art and Science as Parallel and Divergent Ways of Knowing

Explore the historical convergence and modern divergence of art and science as methods of understanding the world, with insights from artists, scientists, and cultural figures.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 26 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Cultural Epistemologies, Human-Nature Relationships and Biological Cognition

Explore Native American perspectives on nature, comparing epistemologies and cognitive processes between Native and Non-Native groups through cultural artifacts and developmental studies.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 1 minute
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Beauty and Truth in Mathematics and Science - Lecture 1

Explore the role of beauty in guiding humanity's quest for understanding the world, examining interactions between beliefs, values, and scientific truth.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 7 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Appealing to Intuitions - The Necessity and Limitations in Mathematics and Ethics

Explore the role of intuitions in reasoning and decision-making, from mathematics to ethics. Discover why we can't eliminate intuitions despite their limitations and paradoxes.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 22 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Underappreciated Value of an Absence of Reliable Evidence

Explore the significance of lacking reliable evidence in research and decision-making, challenging assumptions and enhancing critical thinking in scientific inquiry.

• YouTube
• 33 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

How to Know: Understanding the Complexity of Knowledge

Explore the complexity of knowledge and learning processes with cognitive scientist Celeste Kidd in this thought-provoking symposium talk from the Santa Fe Institute.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 5 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video