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  1.6 | High Costs, Low Quality: Decoding the US Healthcare Paradox - Medical Software Course 05.10.2026 5p

  Ever wondered why US healthcare costs are astronomically high, yet quality often lags? In this lesson, we delve into the paradox of healthcare spending in the United States, examining the intricate power dynamics between patients, providers, and payers. We'll explore the "principal agent problem" and the "healthcare hassle map," revealing the complex incentives that drive up costs and impact care coordination. Additionally, we'll consider how social service spending contributes to a broader understanding of total national expenditures.🎯 Learning Objectives• Understand the paradox of high healthcare spending and lower quality in the US.• Identify the power dynamics and conflicting incentives among patients, providers, and payers.• Explain key concepts like the "principal agent problem" and the "healthcare hassle map."• Analyze how social service spending influences the perception of overall US healthcare expenditures. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  23. Tissue Engineering (cont.) 05.10.2026 48p

  Frontiers of Biomedical Engineering (BENG 100)In this lecture, Professor Saltzman continues his discussion of tissue engineering, and its role in facilitating healing, tissue regeneration, organ replacement, drug delivery and as model for studying human physiology. Specific examples from current research by scientists at Yale are used to illustrate some of these points and to highlight the current progress in the field. Some examples are generating neo-tissues from hydrogel scaffold seeded with cells, healing spinal cords and controlling mechanical properties of newly grown blood vessels with external conditions.00:00 - Chapter 1. Introduction02:28 - Chapter 2. Tissue Engineering for Replacement of Diseased Tissues13:30 - Chapter 3. Synthetic Materials in Tissue Engineering23:13 - Chapter 4. In Vitro Cultivation of Replacement Blood Vessels32:19 - Chapter 5. Tissue Engineering in Control of Drug Delivery39:54 - Chapter 6. Summary and ConclusionComplete course materials are available at the Open Yale Courses website: http://open.yale.edu/coursesThis course was recorded in Spring 2008. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  7. Vladimir Nabokov, Lolita (cont.) 05.10.2026 48p

  The American Novel Since 1945 (ENGL 291)In the last of three lectures on Lolita, Professor Amy Hungerford discusses the broader context of Nabokov's relation to his novel: both the debate it inspires surrounding censorship and artistic originality, and the concern it evokes in him about the work of art's distillation of the living world or word. Hungerford masterfully draws connections between Nabokov's interest in lepidoptery--butterfly collecting--with his evident fear that the printed word become lapidary, or stone-like. Just as we can no longer appreciate the beauty of a butterfly's motion, once it has been pinned down, so too might living language fall victim to a kind of violence on the page, a formal equivalent to the thematic violence that increases as the novel progresses.00:00 - Chapter 1. Censorship11:11 - Chapter 2. The Second Road Trip: Lolita's Agency24:45 - Chapter 3. Canceled Children: The Symbol of Elphinstone35:03 - Chapter 4. Two Forms of the Aesthetic: The Living and the LapidaryComplete course materials are available at the Open Yale Courses website: http://open.yale.edu/coursesThis course was recorded in Spring 2008. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  11. Stocks 05.10.2026 1ó 20p

  Financial Markets (ECON 252)The stock market is the information center for the corporate sector. It represents individuals' ownership in publicly-held corporations. Although corporations have a variety of stakeholders, the shareholders of a for-profit corporation are central since the company is ultimately responsible to them. Companies offer dividends, stock repurchases and stock dividends to give profits back to shareholders or to signal information. Companies can also take on debt to raise capital, creating leverage. The Modigliani-Miller theory of a company's leverage in its simplest form implies the leverage ratio doesn't matter, but including bankruptcy costs and tax effects give us a positive theory of the ratio.00:00 - Chapter 1. Introduction 04:24 - Chapter 2. The Corporation as a "Person" 14:02 - Chapter 3. Shares, Dilutions, and Stock Dividends 31:26 - Chapter 4. Distinguishing Earnings and Dividends, and Getting Money Out of Companies 42:38 - Chapter 5. Stock Repurchases and the Modigliani-Miller Proposition 57:13 - Chapter 6. Corporate Debt and Debt Irrelevance 01:07:58 - Chapter 7. The Lintner Model of Dividends Complete course materials are available at the Open Yale Courses website: http://open.yale.edu/coursesThis course was recorded in Spring 2008. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  17. Investment Banking and Secondary Markets 05.10.2026 1ó 14p

  Financial Markets (ECON 252)First, Professor Shiller discusses today's changing financial system and recent market stabilization reform introduced by U.S. Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson. The financial system is inherently unstable and would benefit from more surveillance, particularly for consumer protection issues, given the recent subprime mortgage crisis. Although this particular reform might not be successful, more regulators and policymakers are talking about changing the stabilization system and will likely alter the role of the Fed in the future.Second, Professor Shiller introduces the mechanics and role of investment banking. Investment banks underwrite securities and arrange for the issue of stocks and bonds by corporations. Corporations work with investment banks to navigate the Securities and Exchange Commission requirements for issuing securities. The banks then take on a "bought deal" or "best efforts deal" and help the corporation to find a market for the securities. Investment banking depends on the reputation of its bankers and, as we have seen recently, can be destroyed by rumors about the bank's insolvency. 00:00 - Chapter 1. The Paulson Proposal: Opportunities for Stabilization and Surveillance 13:45 - Chapter 2. The Fed as a Market Stability Regulator and News Media Bias 23:31 - Chapter 3. What Is Investment Banking? A Historical Glimpse 47:47 - Chapter 4. Investment Banks' Underwriting Process and the Importance of Reputation 01:05:40 - Chapter 5. The Investment Banker as the Manager of a SecurityComplete course materials are available at the Open Yale Courses website: http://open.yale.edu/coursesThis course was recorded in Spring 2008. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  3.2 | Why Planes Can’t Reach Space | Rocket Science for Everyone with Yale’s Marla Geha 05.10.2026 7p

  Ever wondered why we use massive rockets instead of sleek airplanes to launch vehicles into space? This lesson dives deep into the fundamental differences between airplanes and rockets, explaining why jet engines, despite their power, simply can't get us to orbit. We'll explore the critical role of air, the concept of lift, and the astonishing amount of fuel required for space travel.🎯 Learning Objectives• Understand the fundamental differences between airplane jet engines and rocket engines.• Explain why jet engines are unsuitable for space travel, considering air requirements and lift.• Compare the astonishing fuel-to-mass ratios required for Earth-bound vehicles versus spacecraft.• Recognize the immense challenges and ingenuity involved in launching objects into space.📚 About the CourseThis course is an intuitive introduction to rocket science in our everyday lives.Modern life increasingly depends on technology provided by Earth-orbiting satellites, from detailed weather predictions to broad-band internet and GPS. How are satellites launched into orbit and how do they work once they get there? Why are rockets used to get into orbit and how are they different from airplanes? This introductory course is aimed at a wide non-technical audience and is appropriate for all ages. 📺 Watch the full playlist on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLh9mgdi4rNexC1fSWLlpQx_Gjj_0DhjVE 🎓 Enroll on Coursera for assessments and a certificate: https://www.coursera.org/learn/rocket-science-for-everyone 🌐 Explore more learning opportunities on Yale Online: https://online.yale.edu/courses/rocket-science-everyone #RocketScienceForEveryone #RocketsVsPlanes #SpaceExploration #STEMEducation #AerospaceEngineering #Physics #OnlineLearning #YaleOnline #RocketLaunch #SpaceScience Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  9. Rotations, Part I: Dynamics of Rigid Bodies 05.10.2026 1ó 15p

  For more information about Professor Shankar's book based on the lectures from this course, Fundamentals of Physics: Mechanics, Relativity, and Thermodynamics, visit http://bit.ly/1jFIqNu.Fundamentals of Physics (PHYS 200)Part I of Rotations. The lecture begins with examining rotation of rigid bodies in two dimensions. The concepts of "rotation" and "translation" are explained. The use of radians is introduced. Angular velocity, angular momentum, angular acceleration, torque and inertia are also discussed. Finally, the Parallel Axis Theorem is expounded.00:00 - Chapter 1. Introduction to Rigid Bodies; Rotation of Rigid Bodies08:15 - Chapter 2. Rotation in Terms of Circle Parameters and Radian19:57 - Chapter 3. Radial and Tangential Rotation at Constant Acceleration28:34 - Chapter 4. Moment of Inertia, Angular Momentum, Kinetic Energy46:47 - Chapter 5. Torque and Work Energy Theorem01:01:36 - Chapter 6. Calculate Moment of Inertia: Examples for Rod, Disk, etc.Complete course materials are available at the Yale Online website: online.yale.eduThis course was recorded in Fall 2006. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  18. Cormac McCarthy, Blood Meridian (cont.) 05.10.2026 47p

  The American Novel Since 1945 (ENGL 291)In this second lecture on Blood Meridian, Professor Hungerford builds a wide-ranging argument about the status of good and evil in the novel from a small detail, the Bible the protagonist carries with him in spite of his illiteracy. This detail is one of many in the text that continually lure us to see the kid in the light of a traditional hero, superior to his surroundings, developing his responses in a familiar narrative structure of growth. McCarthy's real talent, and his real challenge, Hungerford argues, is in fact to have invoked the moral weight of his sources--biblical, literary, and historical--while emptying them of moral content. Much as the kid holds the Bible an object and not a spiritual guide, McCarthy seizes the material of language--its sound, its cadences--for ambiguous, if ambitious, ends.00:00 - Chapter 1. Structural Allusions: McCarthy's Formulation of the Hero15:08 - Chapter 2. Maturation without Morality: Revising the Bildungsroman24:50 - Chapter 3. Asserting Immortality: McCarthy's Literary Ambitions33:12 - Chapter 4. The Bible of the Illiterate Kid: Literary Artifacts and Empty ScriptureComplete course materials are available at the Open Yale Courses website: http://open.yale.edu/coursesThis course was recorded in Spring 2008. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  6. Law of Conservation of Energy in Higher Dimensions 04.10.2026 1ó 12p

  For more information about Professor Shankar's book based on the lectures from this course, Fundamentals of Physics: Mechanics, Relativity, and Thermodynamics, visit http://bit.ly/1jFIqNu.Fundamentals of Physics (PHYS 200)The discussion on the Law of Conservation of Energy continues but is applied in higher dimensions. The notion of a function with two variables is reviewed. Conservative forces are explained and students are taught how to recognize and manufacture them.00:00 - Chapter 1. Calculus Review: Small Changes for Motion in 2D18:05 - Chapter 2. Work Done in 2D; Dot Products and Cross Products36:16 - Chapter 3. Conservative and Non-conservative Forces52:29 - Chapter 4. Cross Derivative Test for Potential Energy Equations01:03:55 - Chapter 5. Application to Gravitational Potential EnergyComplete course materials are available at the Yale Online website: online.yale.eduThis course was recorded in Fall 2006. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  405 | Dos and Don'ts of Designing Your Social Impact Project - Social Entrepreneurship Course 04.10.2026 8p

  In this lesson, explore the essential "dos" and "don'ts" of the design process in social entrepreneurship. Learn how to foster innovative thinking, collaborate effectively, and navigate challenges while developing solutions for social impact.🎯 Learning Objectives• Understand key "dos" for effective design, such as user-centric thinking and iterative testing.• Learn strategies to overcome design blocks, including reframing problems and changing perspectives.• Identify common "don'ts" to avoid, such as working in isolation or fearing failure.• Recognize the importance of collaboration, iteration, and embracing incremental innovation.📚 About the Course Have you ever wondered what it would be like to create real change? You don't have to start your own organization to make a difference in the world. Everyone can learn the social entrepreneurship mindset and skillset to build social impact. In this course, you will immerse yourself in a social or environmental challenge you want to tackle. You'll start by researching your topic of choice, talking to people, and ideating a potential solution that you can contribute. Then, you'll build a business model around that solution, understanding concepts like measuring social change, ensuring financial viability, funding and pitching. This course is a safe space to experiment and explore. You'll be guided by a ten stage framework to help structure your journey. Along the way, you'll hear from social entrepreneurs around the world through case studies and campus conversations. These include Yale alumni, members of the New Haven community, and global changemakers. Everyone is welcome to join this course! You can apply your lived, learned, or professional experience to discover how you're going to make a difference. 📺 Watch the full playlist on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLh9mgdi4rNezbi0aRJeVnt99ynTVZG1PL🎓 Enroll on Coursera for assessments and a certificate: https://online.yale.edu/courses/creating-change-through-social-entrepreneurship🌐 Explore more learning opportunities on Yale Online: https://online.yale.edu/courses/creating-change-through-social-entrepreneurship#SocialEntrepreneurship #YaleCourse #Impact #Changemakers #BusinessPlan #DesignThinking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  11. Torque 04.10.2026 1ó 14p

  For more information about Professor Shankar's book based on the lectures from this course, Fundamentals of Physics: Mechanics, Relativity, and Thermodynamics, visit http://bit.ly/1jFIqNu.Fundamentals of Physics (PHYS 200)This lecture is a continuation of an analogue to Newton's law: τ= lα. While previous problems examined situations in which τ is not zero, this time the focus is on extreme cases in which there is no torque at all. If there is no torque, α is zero and the angular velocity is constant. The lecture starts with a simple example of a seesaw and moves on to discuss a collection of objects that are somehow subject to a variety of forces but remain in static equilibrium.00:00 - Chapter 1. Static Equilibrium — Case of Zero-torque, Zero-angular Velocity03:47 - Chapter 2. The Seesaw Example12:02 - Chapter 3. The Case of a Rod Supported by Pivot on a Wall21:04 - Chapter 4. The Case of a Rod Supported by a Wire29:08 - Chapter 5. The Case of the Leaning Ladder40:05 - Chapter 6. Rigid Body Dynamics in 3D01:04:46 - Chapter 7. The Case of a GyroscopeComplete course materials are available at the Yale Online website: online.yale.eduThis course was recorded in Fall 2006. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  21. Bioimaging (cont.) 04.10.2026 1ó

  Frontiers of Biomedical Engineering (BENG 100)Professor Saltzman continues his discussion of biomedical imaging technology. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is introduced as an alternate form of imaging, which does not use ionizing radiation yet can provide detailed structure of the body. Functional MRI (fMRI) has a different application from traditional MRI. It can be used to measure oxygen consumption (tissue metabolic rate), and is an important tool in deciphering brain function. Third, ultrasound imaging is another imaging technique that can detect motion by translating sound wave reflections into structural images at fast timescale. Finally, examples of nuclear imaging and advances in light microscopy are discussed.00:00 - Chapter 1. Introduction05:04 - Chapter 2. Magnetic Resonance Imaging25:12 - Chapter 3. fMRI31:32 - Chapter 4. Ultrasound Imaging44:23 - Chapter 5. Nuclear Medicine49:56 - Chapter 6. Optical Imaging and ConclusionComplete course materials are available at the Open Yale Courses website: http://open.yale.edu/coursesThis course was recorded in Spring 2008. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  101 | Why Social Entrepreneurship? Discover Your Path to Change - Social Entrepreneurship Course 04.10.2026 10p

  This lesson introduces the field of social entrepreneurship, defining it as the process of pioneering effective, innovative, and sustainable solutions to social and environmental challenges. It explores how this course helps individuals cultivate a mindset to question the status quo and a skill set to tackle problems. The discussion emphasizes activating one's "agency" to drive change and differentiates between entrepreneurship, intrapreneurship, and the concept of "extrapreneurship."🎯 Learning Objectives• Define social entrepreneurship and its core objectives.• Differentiate between entrepreneurship, intrapreneurship, and extrapreneurship.• Explain the concept of "agency" in the context of social change.• Recognize the importance of a problem-solving mindset and skill set in social entrepreneurship.• Understand the broad connection between social entrepreneurship and public health.📚 About the Course Have you ever wondered what it would be like to create real change? You don't have to start your own organization to make a difference in the world. Everyone can learn the social entrepreneurship mindset and skillset to build social impact. In this course, you will immerse yourself in a social or environmental challenge you want to tackle. You'll start by researching your topic of choice, talking to people, and ideating a potential solution that you can contribute. Then, you'll build a business model around that solution, understanding concepts like measuring social change, ensuring financial viability, funding and pitching. This course is a safe space to experiment and explore. You'll be guided by a ten stage framework to help structure your journey. Along the way, you'll hear from social entrepreneurs around the world through case studies and campus conversations. These include Yale alumni, members of the New Haven community, and global changemakers. Everyone is welcome to join this course! You can apply your lived, learned, or professional experience to discover how you're going to make a difference. 📺 Watch the full playlist on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLh9mgdi4rNezbi0aRJeVnt99ynTVZG1PL🎓 Enroll on Coursera for assessments and a certificate: https://online.yale.edu/courses/creating-change-through-social-entrepreneurship🌐 Explore more learning opportunities on Yale Online: https://online.yale.edu/courses/creating-change-through-social-entrepreneurship#SocialEntrepreneurship #YaleCourse #Impact #Changemakers #BusinessPlan #DesignThinking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  5. Work-Energy Theorem and Law of Conservation of Energy 04.10.2026 1ó 12p

  For more information about Professor Shankar's book based on the lectures from this course, Fundamentals of Physics: Mechanics, Relativity, and Thermodynamics, visit http://bit.ly/1jFIqNu.Fundamentals of Physics (PHYS 200)The lecture begins with a review of the loop-the-loop problem. Professor Shankar then reviews basic terminology in relation to work, kinetic energy and potential energy. He then goes on to define the Work-Energy Theorem. Finally, the Law of Conservation of Energy is discussed and demonstrated with specific examples.00:00 - Chapter 1. More on Loop-the-Loop and Intro to Concept of Energy11:57 - Chapter 2. Work-Energy Theorem and Power29:19 - Chapter 3. Conservation of Energy: K2 + U2 = K1 + U144:39 - Chapter 4. Friction Force Effect on Work-Energy Theorem56:13 - Chapter 5. Calculus Review: Small ChangesComplete course materials are available at the Yale Online website: online.yale.eduThis course was recorded in Fall 2006. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  01 Welcome to The Hunt | Job-Searching and Career-Building With Purpose 04.10.2026 9p

  Are you ready to transform your job search into a purposeful journey? In this foundational lesson, "Welcome to The Hunt," Peter Boyd introduces a course designed to empower you with purpose, strategy, and clarity in your career. We'll explore why your job search is more than just securing a role – it's about finding a better fit for who you are and who you're becoming, emphasizing deep internal work, building genuine human connections, and mastering practical tools and tactics to navigate today's dynamic (VUCA) world confidently.🎯 Learning Objectives• Understand the foundational principles of a purposeful job search.• Recognize the importance of deep personal reflection in career decisions.• Appreciate the power of building real human connections in your job hunt.• Learn the value of employing effective tools and strategies for career advancement.• Realize that you never have to "hunt alone" and can leverage a community.📚 About the Course: Navigating a career move can feel overwhelming in today’s dynamic job market. The Hunt offers a practical, structured framework to help you make your next job search intentional, effective, and purpose-driven. Whether you’re starting your career, seeking a new direction, or looking to advance, this course equips you with the tools to clarify your goals, sharpen your pitch, and connect authentically with others. Drawing on strategies tested with hundreds of students and professionals, the course emphasizes how to combine self-reflection, networking tactics, and storytelling to land opportunities that align with your values and strengths. By the end, you’ll walk away with a personalized one-page Hunt Dashboard to guide your ongoing career journey.🎓 Enroll on Coursera for assessments and a certificate: https://www.coursera.org/learn/the-job-hunt 🌐 Explore more learning opportunities on Yale Online: https://online.yale.edu/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  18. Democracy and Participation: Rousseau's Discourse 04.10.2026 45p

  Introduction to Political Philosophy (PLSC 114)This lecture is an introduction to the life and works of Rousseau, as well as the historical and political events in France after the death of Louis XIV. Writing in a variety of genres and disciplines, Rousseau helped bring to fruition the political and intellectual movement known as the Enlightenment. Among his most important works is the Second Discourse (Discourse on Inequality), in which Rousseau traces the origins of inequality and addresses the effects of time and history on humans. He goes on to discuss a number of qualities, such as perfectibility, compassion, sensitivity, and goodness, in an attempt to assess which ones were a part of our original nature.00:00 - Chapter 1. Who Is Rousseau?18:22 - Chapter 2. Rousseau's State of Nature34:45 - Chapter 3. Civilization and Property: How Man Transitioned from Nature to SocietyComplete course materials are available at the Open Yale Courses website: http://open.yale.edu/courses This course was recorded in Fall 2006. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  1003 | Beyond Pitching: Crafting Your Business Plan - Social Entrepreneurship Course 04.10.2026 4p

  Are traditional business plans still relevant, or has the landscape shifted? In this lesson, we explore the modern approach to presenting your venture, focusing on the concise power of executive summaries and slide decks. Discover how to effectively summarize your project's main ideas, and learn how to adapt your existing pitch content into a comprehensive business plan should the need arise, incorporating essential components and valuable appendices.🎯 Learning Objectives• Understand the modern approach to business planning, emphasizing executive summaries and slide decks.• Identify the core components of an effective executive summary.• Learn how to transform existing pitch materials into a full business plan.• Discover valuable appendices to enhance a comprehensive business plan.📚 About the Course Have you ever wondered what it would be like to create real change? You don't have to start your own organization to make a difference in the world. Everyone can learn the social entrepreneurship mindset and skillset to build social impact. In this course, you will immerse yourself in a social or environmental challenge you want to tackle. You'll start by researching your topic of choice, talking to people, and ideating a potential solution that you can contribute. Then, you'll build a business model around that solution, understanding concepts like measuring social change, ensuring financial viability, funding and pitching. This course is a safe space to experiment and explore. You'll be guided by a ten stage framework to help structure your journey. Along the way, you'll hear from social entrepreneurs around the world through case studies and campus conversations. These include Yale alumni, members of the New Haven community, and global changemakers. Everyone is welcome to join this course! You can apply your lived, learned, or professional experience to discover how you're going to make a difference. 📺 Watch the full playlist on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLh9mgdi4rNezbi0aRJeVnt99ynTVZG1PL 🎓 Enroll on Coursera for assessments and a certificate: https://online.yale.edu/courses/creating-change-through-social-entrepreneurship 🌐 Explore more learning opportunities on Yale Online: https://online.yale.edu/courses/creating-change-through-social-entrepreneurship #SocialEntrepreneurship #YaleCourse #Impact #Changemakers #BusinessPlan #DesignThinking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  16. Constitutional Government: Locke's Second Treatise (7-12) 04.10.2026 46p

  Introduction to Political Philosophy (PLSC 114)In the opening chapters of his Second Treatise, Locke "rewrites" the account of human beginnings that had belonged exclusively to Scripture. He tells the story of how humans, finding themselves in a condition of nature with no adjudicating authority, enjoy property acquired through their labor. The lecture goes on to discuss the idea of natural law, the issue of government by consent, and what may be considered Locke's most significant contribution to political philosophy: the Doctrine of Consent.00:00 - Chapter 1. Locke and the Spirit of CapitalIsm15:34 - Chapter 2. Government by Consent40:26 - Chapter 3. The Lockean Limited GovernmentComplete course materials are available at the Open Yale Courses website: http://open.yale.edu/courses This course was recorded in Fall 2006. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  3. Arguments for the existence of the soul, Part I 04.10.2026 52p

  Death (PHIL 176)The lecture focuses on arguments that might be offered as proof for the existence of the soul. The first series of arguments discussed is those known as "inferences to the best explanation." That is, we posit the existence of things we cannot see so as to explain something else that is generally agreed to take place.00:00 - Chapter 1. Introduction: The P-Functioning Body 03:02 - Chapter 2. The Mind According to Physicalists and Dualists 12:17 - Chapter 3. Inferencing to the Best Explanation to Prove the Soul's Existence 19:55 - Chapter 4. Can Only the Soul Justify Feature F? 35:07 - Chapter 5. Abilities, Desires, Emotions -- Candidates for Feature F Complete course materials are available at the Yale Online website: online.yale.edu This course was recorded in Spring 2007. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  8. Areopagitica 04.10.2026 53p

  Milton (ENGL 220)Milton's political tract Areopagitica is discussed at length. The author's complicated take on state censorship and licensing, both practiced by the English government with respect to printed materials at the time, is examined. His eclectic use of pagan mythology, Christian scripture, and the metaphors of eating and digestion in defense of his position are probed. Lastly, Milton's insistence that moral truths must be examined and tested in order for goodness to be known is explored as an early manifestation of the rhetoric that will be used to depict the Fall in Paradise Lost.00:00 - Chapter 1. Introduction: Areopagitica and the English Revolution05:49 - Chapter 2. Parliamentary Factions During the English Revolution10:28 - Chapter 3. "Areopagitica": Freedom of the Press, Censorship and Licensing24:35 - Chapter 4. Milton's Narrative of the History of TruthComplete course materials are available at the Open Yale Courses website: http://open.yale.edu/coursesThis course was recorded in Fall 2007. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices