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Man & Machine

Man & Machine. PHL/443 Dr. Steve Clinton. What is the nature of humanity?. Pure mind - idealism. Pure body – materialism. Mind / Body blend - dualism. Mind / Body integration - realism. Issues. What is human nature?. What is the future direction of our aspirations?.

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Man & Machine

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  1. Man & Machine PHL/443 Dr. Steve Clinton

  2. What is the nature of humanity? • Pure mind - idealism • Pure body – materialism • Mind / Body blend - dualism • Mind / Body integration - realism

  3. Issues • What is human nature? • What is the future direction of our aspirations? • How do our values reflect our goals? • How do our plans and actions correspond with our values?

  4. Major Positions • Materialism Material only; no ideals, no spirit, no values except socially agreed • Humanism More than machine; innate values (or socially constructued); emotions; decision maker • Theism Integrated whole - of mind, emotions, values, body, spirit

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