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How can despair be hopeful? Introduce young philosophers to the ideas of Danish Soren Kierkegaard with a video from a philosophy video playlist.
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Instructional Ideas
- Include in a unit study of existential philosophers
- Use the video to interest groups in a more in-depth study of Kierkegaard's ideas found in his works including The Sickness Unto Death, Fear and Trembling, and Either/Or
Classroom Considerations
- Some viewers may need additional explanation of how the example of the swimmer models Kierkegaard's ideas; pause the video frequently to check for understanding
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- The explanation Kierkegaard's ideas is simple and direct
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- None