Start Over Date 1957 Collection National Educational Television Unit IUL Moving Image Archive

41. The justice of law (29:10)

Date:
1957
Summary:
Defines "justice of law," and discusses the relation of natural to just and unjust law. Explains the equality of justice, and illustrates how man-made laws have been evolving toward natural laws. ...

42. The use of philosophy (29:55)

Date:
1957
Summary:
This is the first of a series of four discussions on philosophy. In it, Dr. Adler defines philosophy and discusses the relationship of philosophy to science and religion. He also answers the quest...

43. How philosophy differs from science and religion (29:58)

Date:
1957
Summary:
Show how philosophy differs from science and religion in its methods and objectives, and states that each is independent of the other. Points out that as historians, chemists, and astronomers diff...

44. The conditions of progress in philosophy (28:49)

Date:
1957
Summary:
Tells about the Institute of Philosophical Research in San Francisco, and discusses its purpose and activities. Explains the necessary conditions for philosophical progress, and describes the contr...

45. The case for Darwin (29:46)

Date:
1957
Summary:
Discusses the evidence and arguments for the Darwinian theory of man's nature and origin. Outlines the Theory of Evolution as it applies to plants and animals, and applies this theory to man, consi...

46. The nature of law (28:32)

Date:
1957
Summary:
Explains the difference in the use of the word "law" in natural science, and the word "law" as used in art, politics, and conduct. Shows pictures to illustrate various concepts of law, and points ...

47. The nature and kinds of love (29:37)

Date:
1957
Summary:
Considers the kinds of human love, the various meanings of the word "love" as it is used in ordinary speech, and the different attitudes that people take toward love. Focuses on the problem of the...

48. Opinion in relation to freedom and government (29:32)

Date:
1957
Summary:
Discusses the opinion in the realm of action, and points out the need for authority because of the disagreement among men. Points out that man makes decisions through his own judgement or opinion. ...

49. The nature of human learning (29:52)

Date:
1957
Summary:
Discusses intellectual learning and the role of the teacher. Shows how learning is only a small part of education, and mentions briefly some theories of learning. Points out that the learner must ...