Theory of Knowledge
Theory of Knowledge
13
Chapters
165
Notes
Chapter 1 - Knowledge & The Knower(Core)
Chapter 1 - Knowledge & The Knower(Core)
Chapter 2 - Knowledge & Technology(Optional)
Chapter 2 - Knowledge & Technology(Optional)
Chapter 3 - Knowledge & Language(Optional)
Chapter 3 - Knowledge & Language(Optional)
Chapter 4 - Knowledge & Politics(Optional)
Chapter 4 - Knowledge & Politics(Optional)
Chapter 5 - Knowledge & Religion(Optional)
Chapter 5 - Knowledge & Religion(Optional)
Chapter 6 - Knowledge & Indigenous Societies(Optional)
Chapter 6 - Knowledge & Indigenous Societies(Optional)
Chapter 7 - History(AoK)
Chapter 7 - History(AoK)
Chapter 8 - The Human Sciences(AoK)
Chapter 8 - The Human Sciences(AoK)
Chapter 9 - The Natural Sciences(AoK)
Chapter 9 - The Natural Sciences(AoK)
Chapter 10 - The Arts(AoK)
Chapter 10 - The Arts(AoK)
Chapter 11 - Mathematics(AoK)
Chapter 11 - Mathematics(AoK)
Chapter 12 - ToK Exhibition
Chapter 12 - ToK Exhibition
Chapter 13 - ToK Essay
Chapter 13 - ToK Essay
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Chapter 12 - ToK Exhibition
Theory of Knowledge
Theory of Knowledge

Chapter 12 - ToK Exhibition

Selecting The Perfect Prompt: Tips For Depth & Clarity

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4 mins read
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Understanding prompts

When faced with several prompts, it's natural to feel overwhelmed initially. However, spend some time reading each one and see if any strikes a chord with you or brings to mind a specific object or scenario.

 

Real-world example: You might read a prompt about the impact of digital technology on knowledge acquisition, and instantly think of your smartphone or laptop and how they've changed the way you study.

Complexity doesn't equal difficulty

A prompt might appear challenging at first glance, but remember that each prompt has the potential to develop into an intriguing and rewarding exploration. It's not about easy or hard - it's about which prompts can be effectively explored and justified with objects and concepts.

 

Real-world example: A prompt like "How important are material tools in the production or acquisition of knowledge?" might seem straightforward as it quickly brings to mind things like a microscope in a biology lab. However, a seemingly complex prompt like "How can we distinguish between knowledge, belief, and opinion?" could lead to a deeper, more unique discussion if well-explored.

Choosing the right prompt

Look for a prompt that's broad enough to cover different objects, yet not so narrow that all objects relate to it identically.

 

Real-world example: If you choose a prompt about the effects of climate change on human civilization, you could use a variety of objects such as a photograph of melting glaciers (physical impact), a graph showing rising temperatures (statistical impact), and a newspaper article about climate refugees (societal impact).

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Chapter 12 - ToK Exhibition
Theory of Knowledge
Theory of Knowledge

Chapter 12 - ToK Exhibition

Selecting The Perfect Prompt: Tips For Depth & Clarity

Word Count Emoji
714 words
Reading Time Emoji
4 mins read
Updated at Emoji
Last edited on 14th Jun 2024

Table of content

Understanding prompts

When faced with several prompts, it's natural to feel overwhelmed initially. However, spend some time reading each one and see if any strikes a chord with you or brings to mind a specific object or scenario.

 

Real-world example: You might read a prompt about the impact of digital technology on knowledge acquisition, and instantly think of your smartphone or laptop and how they've changed the way you study.

Complexity doesn't equal difficulty

A prompt might appear challenging at first glance, but remember that each prompt has the potential to develop into an intriguing and rewarding exploration. It's not about easy or hard - it's about which prompts can be effectively explored and justified with objects and concepts.

 

Real-world example: A prompt like "How important are material tools in the production or acquisition of knowledge?" might seem straightforward as it quickly brings to mind things like a microscope in a biology lab. However, a seemingly complex prompt like "How can we distinguish between knowledge, belief, and opinion?" could lead to a deeper, more unique discussion if well-explored.

Choosing the right prompt

Look for a prompt that's broad enough to cover different objects, yet not so narrow that all objects relate to it identically.

 

Real-world example: If you choose a prompt about the effects of climate change on human civilization, you could use a variety of objects such as a photograph of melting glaciers (physical impact), a graph showing rising temperatures (statistical impact), and a newspaper article about climate refugees (societal impact).

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