Discussion Post: Descartes, Meditations
Answer the following questions as completely as possible. Your answers to these questions should be, in total, at least two paragraphs in length (approx. 250 words):
What does Descartes mean by ‘thinking'? Is this how you understand the term? Can you think of a case that Descartes would consider a case of thinking but you would not? Does dreaming count as a case of thinking? Does being in pain count as a case of thinking? Does listening to music turned all the way up count as a case of thinking? Compare your answer to these questions to Descartes'.
Once you have completed your post, you will be able to see other students' responses. Select at least two posts to reply to and write thoughtful responses to both of them (each reply should be at least one paragraph in length). Do not simply say "I agree!" or "Good point!" Minimal responses will not receive credit.
In your replies to other students, you may do any of the following: ask questions about the post, answer questions posed in the post, expand on the post's comments, share relevant web links, or offer an alternative viewpoint. This list is not exhaustive, so don't hesitate to be creative in your replies. Be sure to stay on topic, however!
The response should include a reference list. Double-space, using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.