the state of being aware of and able to think about one's existence, thoughts and surroundings

a conscious and sentient member of the species Homo sapiens capable of language, culture and complex social interaction

tools, machines, or systems that humans create to solve problems or extend what they can do

The future of being human

Religious education

Face to face: the changing nature of connection

AI: is it a person?

Robots, humans and consciousness

This unit focusses on developing technology and how it might impact people in the future. It takes a philosphical way of knowing to ask whether online relationships are the same as those in person. It questions whether devlelopments in AI and robotics may enhance or supplant personal relationships.

Personhood: what might be the people of the future?

Subjects which particular individuals may be sensitive to, eg, adoption, migration, bereavement or death, divorce, poverty, deprivation.

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

the state of being aware of and able to think about one's existence

a conscious and sentient member of the species Homo sapiens

tools, machines, or systems that humans create to solve problems

New {{}} may change how humans think in the future.

What is a possible drawback of heavy technology use?

Why do religious worldviews value humans?

Technology may change what it means to be {{}}.

Dyes and fragrances are examples of artificial {{}}.

The novel, 'Klara and the Sun' explores whether robots can have {{}}.

Conscious beings can reflect and make {{}}.

The future of being human

Lesson outcome

Content guidance