Philosophy: the nature of persons
Learn about the nature of persons with this free philosophy course. Explore the concept of personhood and the relationship between a person and a human being. Discover the role of free will in defining our identity as a person. Enhance your understanding of this philosophical question and engage in discussions about what it means to be a person.
What is a person? This free course, Philosophy: the nature of persons, examines this philosophical question concerning the nature of personhood. You will examine whether a ‘person’ is the same as a ‘human being’, and look at whether it is our free will that in the end defines us as a ‘person’.
Course learning outcomes
After studying this course, you should be able to:
Discuss what it means to be a person
Read and understand arguments discussing this question.