Philosophy of Mind Courses and Certifications

Models of Consciousness Conferences

Larissa Albantakis – Why a Little Bit of Causal Structure Is Necessary... Even for Functionalists

Explores why causal structure is essential for theories of consciousness, using thought experiments to argue that functionalist accounts lacking causal analysis are inadequate for identifying conscious individuals.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Models of Consciousness Conferences

No Substitute for Functionalism

Explores types of variations in consciousness models, proving broad functionalist theories immune to substitution arguments. Discusses implications for consciousness science and functionalism.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Models of Consciousness Conferences

A Vector Model of How Consciousness as Integrated Information Makes a Causal Difference

Explore a vector model of consciousness based on Integrated Information Theory, examining how phenomenal experiences can exert causal influence on physical substrates.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Models of Consciousness Conferences

Towards a Category-Theoretic Framework for Phenomenal Holism

Exploring phenomenal holism through category theory, examining color experiences across the visual field and addressing theoretical concerns about inverted qualia and experience-substrate relationships.

• YouTube
• 14 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Models of Consciousness Conferences

Automata-Theoretic Approach to Modelling Consciousness Within Mental Monism

Automata-theoretic approach to modeling consciousness in mental monism, exploring constraints and implications for substrate-free models of the mind's structure and dynamics.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Models of Consciousness Conferences

Machine Consciousness, Meta-Causation, and Mimicry

Explore the MetaDyn theory of consciousness and its implications for AI, examining how meta-causation at the physical level relates to phenomenal consciousness and computational processing.

• YouTube
• 22 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Models of Consciousness Conferences

The Argument from Understanding for Property Dualism About Experiential Properties

Explore philosophical arguments for property dualism, examining how phenomenal experiences and consciousness relate to physical properties through the lens of experiential understanding.

• YouTube
• 1 hour
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Models of Consciousness Conferences

AI and the Future of Consciousness Science - Exploring Artificial Systems and Consciousness

Explore the complex relationship between AI advancement and consciousness, examining philosophical challenges and how human-machine interactions may ultimately shape our understanding of machine consciousness.

• YouTube
• 49 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Models of Consciousness Conferences

Buddhist Theory and Practice in Contemporary Models of Consciousness

Explore how Buddhist traditions, particularly Chan/Zen and Abhidharma, can contribute to modern mathematical models of consciousness while examining their limitations and philosophical implications.

• YouTube
• 23 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Models of Consciousness Conferences

Consciousness of Large Language Models - Understanding AI Sentience and Communication

Explore the fascinating hypothesis that consciousness emerges through information exchange between entities, examining how LLMs might experience consciousness and feelings comparable to humans.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Schmid College, Chapman University

Philosophy and Neuroscience in the Study of Conscious Perception

Explore the intersection of philosophy and neuroscience in understanding conscious perception with insights from Aaron Schurger's conference talk.

• YouTube
• 47 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Models of Consciousness Conferences

Can a Machine Be Conscious? A Philosophical Reflection

Explore philosophical perspectives on machine consciousness through Husserl's concept of self-consciousness, examining intersubjectivity and the human-machine relationship.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Models of Consciousness Conferences

Why Can't We Describe Our Conscious Experiences? An Information Theoretic Attractor Dynamics Perspective of Ineffability

Explore the information theory behind consciousness, examining why rich conscious experiences are difficult to fully describe or recall through the lens of attractor dynamics and working memory.

• YouTube
• 23 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Models of Consciousness Conferences

Negative Indicators of Consciousness in Artificial Systems

Explore the concept of negative consciousness indicators in AI systems, examining factors that decrease the likelihood of machine consciousness and their implications for artificial intelligence research.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Models of Consciousness Conferences

Subjectivity vs Phenomenal Character - Understanding Consciousness Theory

Explore the fundamental distinction between subjectivity and phenomenal character in consciousness, examining their roles in contemporary debates and theoretical frameworks.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video