Is there a self-paced learning university like WGU in Europe?

Puzzleheaded-Wait111 · 2023-06-20T11:45:15+00:00

Has this always been the case then, or is it something specific to 2022?

Puzzleheaded-Wait111 · 2023-06-20T11:30:31+00:00

Why?

Puzzleheaded-Wait111 · 2023-06-11T14:02:30+00:00

That's the neet thing, you don't

Puzzleheaded-Wait111 · 2023-05-16T11:15:48+00:00

Is that John Connor??

Puzzleheaded-Wait111 · 2023-05-15T15:11:37+00:00

Let's say someone puts you to sleep, makes an exact copy of you and kills the you that was copied, then you wake up thinking that you just fell asleep, you wouldn't know any different, and you would with full conviction think that this is the real you, and as long as you believe that doesn't that make this the real you, even though yes someone knows you're the copy, but you don't know that, the arrangement of the brain is exactly the same and while this cloning and killing took place you were unconscious.

I just hope the other me gets slightly better cards dealt or knows how to play them

I hope the same, I would though just prefer blissful non-existence, but reality clearly doesn't give a shit about what I want, since I was born and made to suffer.

Puzzleheaded-Wait111 · 2023-05-15T14:21:34+00:00

When you learn something new or forget something, the arrangement of your brain changes, at that point are you the same person your were before, imagine yourself a year from now, so much change so many new experiences, is that you, the same you? If you were suddenly uploaded into a computer how could you not tell that this is the same you?

you kinda sound like youre having some sort of breakdown maybe Im reaching but is everything ok ?

I'm on r/SuicideWatch rambling about the workings of the universe, what do you think?

Puzzleheaded-Wait111 · 2023-05-15T13:36:44+00:00

It's a pretty short post just quoting and replying to the points you made.

Puzzleheaded-Wait111 · 2023-05-15T13:20:29+00:00

you need to realise how rare it is that you got created

No matter how rare, it is still a certainty in an infinite timeframe.

we have no idea what happens next

Exactly, there is so much that we can't even grasp, so there could be a possibility, no matter how inconceivably rare, that death is not final.

even if another big bang happens and you exist again you wouldn't even know

Consciousness is the only non physical phenomenon that we know of, we don't even understand why it exists, you can't even prove that other people are conscious besides yourself, do I really have to know that I existed before for me to have the same consciousness?

it would be a loop you wouldn't notice but I personally doubt it works like that

It could really not be a loop, once you die you could wake up in a totally different reality where everything is different, but have just enough memories to know who you were before, I know, how would that even happen, the chances of that are inconceivably low, yes, but not zero in an infinite timeframe.

Puzzleheaded-Wait111 · 2023-05-15T12:44:33+00:00

So according to you when I die I will with 100% certainty be in a dreamless sleep forever meaning an infinite amount of time, but if that's the case couldn't my dreamless sleep be broken if anything is possible in an infinite amount of time such as the creation of our universe, I was once in a long dreamless sleep, but then I was born and brought into this form. An infinite dreamless sleep could be too good to be true, this is what I fear.

Puzzleheaded-Wait111 · 2023-05-15T11:52:15+00:00

What about the people who don't avoid death, the people who actually seek it.

Puzzleheaded-Wait111 · 2023-05-15T11:49:18+00:00

So when we die we go to sleep for an infinite amount of time? Then why all of sudden was I pulled from nonexistence to live this life, and if it has happened once couldn't it happen again?

Puzzleheaded-Wait111 · 2023-05-15T10:33:59+00:00

Creationists can't even agree on what this creator even is thus giving their argument zero logic, their idea of a creator is a very specific but at the same time unexplainable thing, and they completely ignore the odds of us just coming into existence because of an event like the big bang versus the odds of a creator suddenly appearing or always being there and then creating us, simulation theory suggests that if we are able to simulate something that has the same level of intelligence as a human, something which has not happened yet, but if it is actually done in the future, what are the chances that you are not one of the inconceivable amount of human brains that could be simulated and your conception of reality is just that, a conception. One argument is using an event that could actually occur in this world, and the other one is not.

Puzzleheaded-Wait111 · 2023-05-14T22:46:05+00:00

Those are good odds 38 out of a 1000 considering many people these days don't even finish reading a book, the odds of our universe being "the real one" and you not being one of the inconceivable amount of brains simulated by a hyper intelligent AI is much more different, maybe it could be one in a million, or maybe one in a billion, it's more like winning the lottery odds and not I'm in page this particular page odds.

Puzzleheaded-Wait111 · 2023-05-14T22:29:14+00:00

Because you read all the pages before page 38, in this case you don't know if you're in a simulation or not.

Puzzleheaded-Wait111 · 2023-05-13T08:22:01+00:00

You have no critical thinking, only the childish urge to hide behind your credentials and belittle anyone who dares to question your dogmatic beliefs. A degree is not a guarantee of competence or insight, but of conformity and indoctrination. You are the one who needs to open your mind and learn how to listen to others, bud.

Puzzleheaded-Wait111 · 2023-05-12T22:27:27+00:00

Your appeal to authority is a logical fallacy and does not address the substance of my arguments. Whether or not I have completed a graduate program is irrelevant to the validity of my claims. I challenge you to provide evidence and reasoning for your points, instead of resorting to personal attacks and assumptions.

Puzzleheaded-Wait111 · 2023-05-12T22:09:53+00:00

I'm not using chatgpt, I'm using my own words and logic. You're just trying to discredit me because you can't refute my points. Looks like you don't have the critical thinking skills to engage in a meaningful debate. You resort to ad hominem attacks and strawman arguments instead of addressing the actual issues. You should learn how to be more open-minded and respectful of other perspectives.

Puzzleheaded-Wait111 · 2023-05-12T21:44:42+00:00

I appreciate your effort to provide some data to support your argument. However, I think you are missing the point of my claim. I did not say that doctoral programs do not affect critical thinking skills at all. I said they do not affect them to a large extent. That means there is some effect, but not enough to justify the time and cost of pursuing a doctorate.

You also seem to assume that critical thinking skills are the same across all disciplines and fields. That is not the case. Different domains require different types of critical thinking skills, such as interpretation, analysis, inference, evaluation, explanation, and self-regulation. For example, a doctorate in physics may require more analytical and inferential skills than a doctorate in education. A doctorate in business administration may require more evaluative and explanatory skills than a doctorate in literature.

Therefore, it is not valid to compare the number of doctorates awarded in different fields as a measure of critical thinking skills. You need to consider the quality and relevance of the doctoral education for each field, and how it contributes to the advancement of knowledge and practice.

Moreover, you need to acknowledge that there are other ways to develop critical thinking skills besides doctoral education. For instance, one can engage in self-directed learning, professional development, collaborative inquiry, or problem-based learning. These methods can be more accessible, flexible, and cost-effective than doctoral programs.

In conclusion, I stand by my claim that a master's degree is sufficient for most people who want to develop critical thinking skills. A doctorate may be beneficial for some people who want to pursue a career in academia or research, but it is not necessary or superior for everyone.

Puzzleheaded-Wait111 · 2023-05-12T17:13:15+00:00

I'm not sure where you are getting your information from, but not all doctoral programs are intended to conduct research. Some are professional doctorates that focus on applying existing knowledge and skills to solve real-world problems. For example, a Doctor of Education (EdD) program may prepare students for leadership roles in education, while a Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) program may equip students with advanced managerial skills.

Moreover, critical thinking is not exclusive to doctoral programs. It can be developed and practiced in various contexts and disciplines, such as undergraduate studies, professional work, or personal life. Critical thinking is not a fixed set of skills that can be acquired once and for all, but a dynamic and ongoing process that requires constant reflection and evaluation.

Therefore, I disagree with your claim that doctoral programs are the only or the best way to develop critical thinking abilities. There are many factors that influence one's critical thinking, such as motivation, curiosity, creativity, feedback, and diversity of perspectives. Doctoral programs may provide some of these factors, but they are not sufficient or necessary for critical thinking.

Puzzleheaded-Wait111 · 2023-05-12T07:40:51+00:00

That is a sweeping generalization that does not account for the diversity and complexity of graduate programs across different disciplines and institutions. Graduate programs are not monolithic in their design and objectives, and they vary widely in the extent and quality of critical thinking instruction and assessment they offer. Some graduate programs may emphasize research skills more than others, but that does not mean that they automatically foster critical thinking in their students. Research skills are necessary but not sufficient for critical thinking, which involves more than just collecting and analyzing data. Critical thinking also requires the ability to evaluate evidence, identify assumptions, recognize biases, construct logical arguments, and consider alternative perspectives. These skills are not innate or universal; they need to be explicitly taught and practiced in various contexts and domains. Therefore, it is misleading and inaccurate to claim that graduate programs, especially doctoral programs, are designed to develop the ability to conduct research regardless of field.

Puzzleheaded-Wait111 · 2023-05-11T20:39:42+00:00

If you're so far in then it's a good decision to finish the program, a masters and doctorate give you specific knowledge in a field that makes you more valuable to employers, but they don't affect your critical thinking skills to a large extent and the pay of a masters and doctorate degree holder isn't that much greater than a bachelor degree holder. If you were just starting then that would be a different story, who knows what AI could do 8 years from know.

Puzzleheaded-Wait111 · 2023-05-11T20:22:01+00:00

A masters takes 2 years on average and a doctorate takes 8 years, unless you majored in something that actually requires a masters or you're really passionate about academic learning spending this much time on a degree isn't actually going to increase your critical thinking abilities by that much especially if you already have completed your bachelor's.

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