Off the Clock: The Many Faces of Time
Explore time through multiple disciplines, from physics to philosophy, examining how humans and non-humans perceive and value this fundamental concept.
Explore time through multiple disciplines, from physics to philosophy, examining how humans and non-humans perceive and value this fundamental concept.
This transdisciplinary course presents diverse perspectives on time, examining it through scientific, philosophical, and cultural lenses. Created by international researchers from the Intercontinental Academia, the course explores time's nature, perception across species, and human understanding of temporal concepts. Students learn to think critically about time's multiple dimensions, from physical and biological perspectives to psychological and anthropological interpretations.
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What you'll learn
Understand different theoretical perspectives on time
Analyze how humans and non-humans perceive time
Explore time's role across academic disciplines
Evaluate how different cultures value time
Develop interdisciplinary thinking skills
Connect various academic approaches to time
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5 assignments
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There are 5 modules in this course
This unique course explores the multiple dimensions of time through an interdisciplinary lens. Developed by young researchers from various fields, it examines time's nature, perception, and value across different disciplines. The curriculum moves from fundamental questions about time's nature to complex discussions of how different organisms and cultures experience and conceptualize time, offering a comprehensive understanding of this universal phenomenon.
Lecture 1 - Aspects of time
Module 1 · 60 Minutes to complete
Lecture 2 - Is the present special?
Module 2 · 48 Minutes to complete
Lecture 3 - Is time different for humans and non-humans?
Module 3 · 60 Minutes to complete
Lecture 4 - How do we value time?
Module 4 · 45 Minutes to complete
Extra - ICA on Time
Module 5 · 22 Minutes to complete
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Expert in Biological Sciences and Evolutionary Studies
Expert in Biological Sciences and Evolutionary Studies
Professor at Universidade de São Paulo
Marius Nils Müller is a professor at Universidade de São Paulo, where he teaches and conducts research in various academic disciplines. He is notably involved in the online course "Off the Clock: The Many Faces of Time" on Coursera, which explores the multifaceted concept of time from different perspectives. His academic contributions include a focus on interdisciplinary approaches and fostering critical thinking among students. For more detailed information about his work and contributions, you can visit his profiles on Coursera and the Intercontinental Academia website.
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