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Oregon State University

Oregon State University: David Hume

For Students 9th - 10th
Biography of Hume with notes on his major ideas and philosophy. Includes a timeline for quick reference.
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Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy

Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy: David Hume

For Students 9th - 10th
Biography of Hume, including personal and educational information, and publication dates for major works. Also features an excerpt from a private letter written when Hume was around 15.
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American Academy of Achievement

Academy of Achievement: David Trimble

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the Nobel Prize Winner David Trimble who worked for peace in Northern Ireland. Read about his background and achievements, listen to an interview, and view a gallery of pictures.
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CommonLit

Common Lit: Of the Dignity or Meanness of Human Nature

For Students 11th - 12th
A learning module that begins with "Of the Dignity or Meanness of Human Nature" by David Hume, accompanied by guided reading questions, assessment questions, and discussion questions. The text can be printed as a PDF or assigned online...
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Philosophy Pages

Philosophy Pages: Kant, Synthetic a Priori Judgments

For Students 9th - 10th
An overview of Kant's philosophical perspectives. Includes discussion of Kant as trying to move beyond traditional rational or empirical approaches to thought. Defines A Priori and A Posteriori judgments and more.