Behaviorism, Identity Theory and Functionalism
, defined not in terms of its neurobiological features but in terms of its causal relations. Professor Searle states that functionalism is accepted by the
Subject: causal
Transcript: the brain but is defined not In terms of its physical, neurobiological features But in terms of its function, in terms of its causal relations. So my
Consciousness
Philosopher John Searle talks about consciousness, noting that for consciousness to exist, there must be behavior in a causal structure--not simply
Subject: causal
Transcript: know That human beings are conscious is not just from their behavior. That's a silly view but it's the combination of behavior In the causal structure
What Is Philosophy?
Philosopher John Searle provides an overview of philosophy, noting that it doesn't have a clear definition. As part of the discussion, Professor Searle contrasts philosophical questions and scientific questions.
Subject: causal
Transcript: phenomenon is a causal phenomenon, What's a causal relation? That's an example of the difference Between a scientific question and a philosophical question.