This course offers an introduction to central debates in contemporary philosophy. The course structure consists of weekly lectures, each focusing on a different key concept in philosophy (truth, knowledge, language, mind, free will, morality), providing an overview of the most significant philosophical theories related to that concept. The importance of critical thinking about these concepts will be highlighted by demonstrating their relevance to ongoing debates in contemporary society, including discussions about post-truth, fake news, conspiracy theories, AI consciousness, and political polarization. This course is open to students with no background in philosophy.
Please note that Charles University students must register for the course using the code ASZFS0073, while international exchange students should register under the code AFSV00436.
Poslední úprava: Heyndels Sybren, Ph.D. (17.09.2026)
Podmínky zakončení předmětu - angličtina
Written exam (multiple choice questions, also open questions for AFSV00436) based on the material taught during the lectures.
Poslední úprava: Heyndels Sybren, Ph.D. (04.10.2026)
Literatura - angličtina
All the study material will be uploaded on Moodle: https://dl1.cuni.cz/course/view.php?id=19526
Poslední úprava: Heyndels Sybren, Ph.D. (27.08.2026)
