Are Humans Rational

INQR-1235

The Aristotelian dictum that we are rational animals is under severe attack these days. In fact, the previous sentence may seriously understate the situation: the dictum is perhaps outright rejected by many, if not most. From psychologists of reasoning and decision-making to behavioral economists to the “new atheists” (all groups whose message we will consider in this class), the onslaught is firmly underway, and fierce.

4 credits Communication Intensive HASS Inquiry
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Are Humans Rational? (4c) [CI] [HInq]
  • Selmer Bringsjord
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