| aidemia--modules-lessonstartideas_type | Give a creative idea how to begin a lesson |
| Which subject | Phylosophy |
| What age group | College |
| What topic | What is Reality |
| Quantity | 1 |
| Any other preferences |
Welcome to today's philosophical exploration of What is Reality. To kick things off, let’s engage in a thought experiment that invites you to question your perceptions and beliefs.
Imagine you are living in a world where every time you close your eyes for a moment, the reality around you changes completely. Things you took for granted—your friends, your environment, even your own memories—are altered in ways that often make you question what you knew just moments before.
Take a few moments to consider the following questions:
Form small groups and share your reflections on these questions. How do your thoughts compare with those of your classmates? Are there commonalities or significant differences in your perspectives?
As you discuss, consider the implications of your beliefs about reality. Do these implications align more with idealism (the idea that reality is mentally constructed) or realism (the belief in an independent reality that exists regardless of our awareness)?
With these thoughts in mind, we are ready to dive deeper into various philosophical perspectives on reality. We will explore the arguments posed by major thinkers such as Plato, Descartes, and Kant, as well as contemporary viewpoints that challenge our traditional understandings.
By examining these perspectives, we can better articulate our own beliefs and appreciate the complex nature of reality as a philosophical concept. Let's embark on this intellectual journey together, as we seek to uncover what reality truly is!