(in Polish) Embodied cognition and current affairs: from the philosophy of mind to public discourse 3800-ECCA26-S-OG
Following the seminars introducing the embodied/enactive paradigm in the philosophy of cognitive
science (2025/26) and its applications within institutional theory (2024/25), this course will analyse
contemporary public discourse in light of these developments. This will involve selecting some of the
issues currently being discussed in the media, among specialists and policymakers, and examining
whether the conceptual innovations delivered by embodied/enactive cognition enable us to view these
issues differently, identify tacit assumptions and define new possible solutions. Participants of the
aforementioned seminars are invited to attend, but a concise overview will also be provided for
newcomers, so familiarity with the paradigm is not a prerequisite. Problems to be discussed may
include the function of norms and institutions in society, the rule of law, the nature of power, values
and norms in international relations, environmental and climate policies, economic growth, security
architecture and war. However, these are just examples; the hope is that students will contribute their
own ideas and expertise from various fields of research and life. The literature will be selected
accordingly.
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Type of course
Learning outcomes
Nabyta wiedza:
The student will become familiar with some of the key works of the 4E paradigm in the
philosophy of cognitive science and understand how this paradigm is relevant to the
discussion of certain contemporary issues. Based on this knowledge, they will be able to
argue for or against existing views and formulate their own position.
Nabyte umiejętności:
The capacity to formulate a concise, comprehensive argument, based on evidence and
conceptual analysis, and then to present this to the public in the form of a short talk.
Nabyte kompetencje społeczne:
The capacity for cooperation as part of a principled, argument-based discussion.
Assessment criteria
Credits will be based on a piece of written work or presentation in class.
Number of absences allowed per semester: 2