Excellent Lecture on Critical Thinking sponsored by the Atheists and Agnostics at Intel.

The lecture is performed by Dr. Peter Boghossian from Portland State University. Peter's primary research areas are critical thinking and moral reasoning. His doctoral research studies, funded by the State of Oregon and supported by the Oregon Department of Corrections,

Abstract:

Abstract: A staggering number of Americans, and people around the world, do not know that there is sufficient evidence for evolution (Newport, F. 2009). There are a number of evidences for biological evolution, also known as, descent with modification.

Introduction:

Though most religions have deities that do some good for man, we are always reminded also of the power and viciousness of their gods via their holy text. I guess they believe it's supposed to keep us in line. It is commonplace in some religious lore to show their deities as cruel as possible, especially when provoked. A "Don't mess with Texas" theme comes to mind.

How is it that one can believe, follow and worship such cruel gods? Some ancient South

What is Critical Thinking? For starters, it is just not thinking a lot. It is thinking about one's thinking. In fact, I contend that critical thinking can change the face of the world for the best despite culture, tradition, and beliefs. What critical thinking requires first and foremost is an admission that one can be wrong. Allowing this is the path to world peace.

One day, I was contemplating what the ancients thought when they looked up at the sky. I pondered, "What did the Hebrews actually think about the sky?" My journey lead me to a most obvious realization: Heaven IS the Sky! It seems SO obvious I wonder how modern believers even miss such a right in your face reality! Original Article: