How Do We Know Ourselves how Do We Know Truth Discussion

Directions

1. If you are unfamiliar with the Discussion Board tool, watch an overview video created by Blackboard.
2. Click “Create Thread” to start your post.
3. Respond to the prompt below, and follow these guidelines:
   • Initial posts should be approximately 200 words.
   • Use complete sentences and work-appropriate vocabulary.
4. If you need assistance, post on the Questions forum for this course.

Prompt

Your first entry will consist of two paragraphs. See detailed guidance on your initial entry and responses to peers below.

1. Your initial entry:

• First paragraph:
  • The torture of Peeta raises questions about what our identites really are, or what about us makes us who we are. Cornel West also challenges our notion of individuality. In light of these ideas, how do we know who we are? What makes us human, and what makes us uniquely our selves?
• Second paragraph:
  • We like to think we know truth. Classes like this one are designed to help us think about this challenge. So, in light of what you’ve learned so far, what do you think truth is? How do we find it? How do we know we have found it? We have covered challenging topics and tough questions, so how do you know your opinion is the right opinion? Do you ever challenge your own notions? How and why or why not?

2. Responses to peers:

• Read the entries of your peers and respond thoughtfully and substantively to at least one of your peers to receive full credit for this assignment.
  • What do you find most interesting about their responses, and why? Did they make points that were similar to or different from your own?

Image: (Young Adults of Worth, n.d.)