In chapter five of the book “Problems From Philosophy”, by James Rachels, the author guides us through “The Problems Of personal Identity”, and its theory’s. The main points in this chapter were the theory’s, like The Bundle Theory, The Soul Theory, The Same-Body Theory, and The Memory Theory. This chapter consists of theories attempting to define personal identity. The chapter begins questioning whether we can survive death, and where do we go after we die. We can’t solve these questions…
entitled ‚Why study philosophy? To challenge your own point of view‘ was published in the online edition of the American magazine, The Atlantic on the 27th of February, 2014. The interviewee, Rebecca Newberger Goldstein, who is a philosopher and the author of several books, expresses her thoughts on the science vs. philosophy discussions, on philosophy’s advances and on its importance to our lives today. She also underscores the fact that despite what scientists believe, philosophy is not yet…
“Life is not a problem to be solved, but a reality to be experienced.” As a toddler we begin to walk ourselves into some unhappy situations. At this age parents begin to apply their parenting skills by teaching their toddler how to behave. The parents will begin to teach them simply things like sharing is caring and giving them choices to correct their behavior. Being the first born I began to understand more and more everyday about my parent’s parenting technique that they have chosen to use to…
Fitness education is the promotion of general activities such as walking the dog, playing sports and going on a bike ride, as well as promoting exercise that will facilitate a healthy lifestyle. (Virgilio, 2012) By promoting exercise, and activities that your students can participate in, you are striving to reach the goal as a physical educator is to make physical activity a part of their daily routine. By doing this students are being shown what it like feels to be physically active, and how…
Educators today are in charge of preparing their students for the demands of a 21st century world. On top of this they are also responsible for equipping students with the polite qualities of citizenship. These are truly monumental demands that require a lot of well thought out effort and perseverance. Educators must execute these tasks within the confines of a productive learning environment. Such a learning environment should be orderly and obviously emphasize learning. Most people believe…
In chapter 9 of the Poetics, Aristotle famously claims that poetry is “more philosophic” than history. He grounds this claim in the apparent fact that while universals drive the action of poetry, particulars drive the action of history. In an historical composition, a particular thing happens because a particular person did it at some point in the past, but in poetry, a particular thing happens because it is what is likely according to a universal principle. The particular action in a poetic…
Ever since I was a kid my dream was to become a math teacher. Each year as I advanced a grade level, I could remember my teachers saying how hard teaching can be. While some say if they could change their career, they would. While others say no matter how much headache being a teacher, they would do it at any moment. The teachers that I had would always leave a good impression on me. This has lead me to becoming a teacher because of their ability to share their knowledge and passion. Even…
Ephrata’s foundation lies on a theology drawn from many different sources, constructed in a complex way, and defying easy explanation or understanding. Even in Conrad Beissel’s day, the thinking and motivation behind the distinctive lifestyle of Ephrata was a matter of speculation and rumor for supporters and detractors alike. Member Michael Wohlfahrt told Benjamin Franklin the community was still learning when Franklin proposed Ephrata publish a creed to silence suspicious critics. “From time…
Coaching is a very complex profession. It requires many technical and personal skills. All coaches have their own style of teaching. There is no right or wrong method of coaching. Throughout my high school sports careers I have experienced both kind and demanding coaches. Ultimately, I believe being coached by a kind person is better. In a kind coaching style, the coach presents the material in way to get the players agreement, provide situations for problem solving so students can be involved…
A leader is someone who uses their power for the good of others. They use leadership to show all of the leaders within a group. The entire freshmen class are leaders, some people just need their leadership to be brought out. A leader’s impact should not only remain when they are present, but it should last long after their absence. The word “leadership” should not be used as a title or adjective; the word “leadership” should be used as a constant action of helping others. The example set by a…