Part One: Introduction to the Course

Lesson 1-1: About the Course. Course Content. Delivery Method and Objectives. What You Will Learn. Knowledge Gained at Completion.

This course examines the primary ideas that define the philosophy, emphasizing its views on human evolution, social change, emerging technologies, longevity sciences, and future potential of humanity. Our portfolio of knowledge includes learning about transhumanist research that reaches across science, technology, philosophical ethics, and the arts, to develop a practical approach responsive to our changing understanding of ourselves and the world.

Part Two: Transhumanism — What is it?

we begin at the beginning. How did the term come about, who coined it, what philosophical precursors influenced the philosophy and how did it become a world movement? What has changed over the decades and what is the thread that links the diverse interpretations of transhumanism?

Lesson 2.1: Origins Beginning at the Beginning. What is transhumanism?

Lesson 2.2: Transhumanism Evolves as a Movement

Lesson 2.3: Polarized Politics — Not a Good Thing

Lesson 2.4: What has Changed over the Decades?

Part Three: Why Transhumanism Matters — Change the World.

What led people to recognize the importance of transhumanism as well as its impact on society. This course draws on 40 years of research and outlines science, technology, philosophy, and the arts. In this course, we examine transhumanism in its advocacy that humanity has a responsibility to do all it can to end the suffering and hardship caused by human limitations.

Lesson 3.1: Important Impact on Society

Lesson 3.2: Critics Who Wrestle with Transhumanism

Lesson 3.3: Transhumanist Research — Who? What? Where?

Lesson 3.4: Proactionary Principle in Action

Lesson 3.5: Morphological Freedom as an Ultimate Right

Lesson 3.6: Transhumanist Economics — A Diverse Thing

Part Four: Where are we Headed? Possible Futures

How will society adapt to a transformed human species where people live indefinitely, co-exist in material and virtual worlds, and become transhuman? What are we doing now to prepare for this event? Humanity can use foresight, strategic thinking, and innovation.

Lesson 4.1: Humans Transformed

Lesson 4.2: Emerging Risks vs. Rewards

Lesson 4.3: Singularity or Surge?

Lesson 4.4: Foresight and the Future