I) Q&A: The second topic for the Week Two discussion forum is Contemporary Theories of Consciousness. The word-count requirement for each Q&A is loosely set at a minimum of 250 words; however, a Q&A post of fewer than 150 words will receive no credit. 

Compose and answer an original question based on the Week Two required readings. Your question should address the writings, ideas, and theories of one of the following philosophers:

Thomas Nagel

John Searle

Frank Jackson

To complete this discussion topic, please start a new thread to post your Q&A in the following format:

My second Week Two discussion question is: 

My answer to this question is:

II) Critical Comments: Find a Q&A post that you would like to critique. Remember that you are asked to analyze & evaluate the peer author’s Q&A, which goes beyond simply registering comments of approval or agreement/disagreement. Critiques should be around 100-150 words; any critique of fewer than 70 words will receive no credit.

If a Q&A post already has a comment, please move on to a different peer Q&A. The overall goal of both parts of this assignment is to (a) ignite a genuine philosophical discussion that both interests and challenges you and (b) to build and enhance peer engagement and interaction.