Scepticism
What does it mean
to be
sceptical?
In philosophy it means to question the certainty in knowledge.
Sceptics challenge knowledge by asking what the knowledge is based on or what the person putting forth the knowledge is trying to claim.
Task
You are going to be researching a famous conspiracy theory.
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Present both sides of the argument.
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Come to a conclusion like a sceptic.
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Create a poster/animation/movie about your research (pictures at the bottom for inspiration.).
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Have a read over the following boxes and choose one conspiracy theory.
Who assassinated JFK?
Greta Thunberg, time traveller?
Does the Loch Ness monster exist?
What is in Area 51?
Was the Moon landing faked?
Do the Illuminati run the world?
What to include...
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I have​ explained why I have chosen this sceptical issue.
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I have described both sides of the argument in clear and relevant points at the appropriate level.
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I have included where I found this information.
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I have explained why it is a reliable source AND reliable viewpoint.
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I have explained why it could also be an unreliable source AND viewpoint.
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I have described my own opinion and explained at least two reasons for my answer.
