Online Class: The Strangeness of Human Consciousness

Explore the intriguing world of human consciousness through this course, where the boundaries between dreams and reality blur to reveal untapped potential and creativity. Transform your perceptions and understand life’s mysteries by examining lucid dreams, near-death experiences, and the science infused with spirituality.

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  • 15
    Lessons
  • 22
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  • 5
    Hours
    average time
  • 0.5
    CEUs
 
 
 

Course Description

Imagine standing at the threshold of a mystical frontier, a territory not yet fully charted by science or philosophy—a world that is as enigmatic as it is intimately yours. Welcome to "The Strangeness of Human Consciousness," a journey through the sublimely bizarre landscape of the mind that offers not only knowledge but transformation. This is no ordinary course; it is an exploration, a community, and a tool to unlock the depths of your psyche, leaving you forever changed.

From the very first moment, you will be drawn into the wonders lurking beneath the surface of everyday awareness. Together, we will embark on a voyage through the recesses of your mind, where lucid dreams become a canvas and the subconscious a vibrant storyteller. With each lesson, you will slowly illuminate the mysteries of your perceptions, refine your cognitive tools, and gain insights into the human experience that you never imagined possible.

How often have you felt a tingling curiosity about the experiences that lie just out of reach—lucid dreams, out-of-body experiences, synchronicity, near-death narratives, and moments of déjà vu? These are not mere flights of fancy but portals to understanding the profound complexity of human consciousness. We are all explorers at heart, and each lesson becomes your compass, guiding you through rich tapestries of enthralling human experiences and groundbreaking scientific revelations that redefine what it means to be you.

Think of this course as both a map and a mirror, reflecting not just the wonders of human consciousness but your own untapped potential. This journey isn't academic alone; it is personal and universal. Through the exploration of lucid dreaming and synesthetic perception, the boundaries between your waking life and dream world will blur, rejuvenating the spark of creativity you thought was lost. The synchronicities that we unearth together will foster a deeper connection between your everyday reality and the unexplored realms of your mind.

Step into the insightful narrative of near-death experiences—a tapestry woven from diverse cultural texts and pioneering scientific study. Here, you will find not only a quest for understanding life and beyond but also a strengthening of the connective tissue between science and spirituality. Within these stories, universalities resonate, demonstrating that beneath the strangeness lies an intimate familiarity with being human, weaving a safety net for those courageous enough to seek answers to life's most profound questions.

The lessons on placebo effects and hypnosis are revelations all their own—not merely as curiosities but as keys to understanding how belief shapes your reality. Imagine harnessing this power to foster healing, not only within the medical realm but across the various spectrums of your life. This knowledge is not just academic insight; it is a manual for real-world transformation, practical and immediate.

From entanglements of quantum theory to the world of artificial intelligence, we venture into territories emerging at the intersection of mind and machine. These are meaningful discussions grounded in ethical considerations and a profound understanding of human-centric progress. The course invites you to become part of these essential dialogues, equipping you with the acumen to navigate the intricacies of future technologies and their impact on the human condition.

This course is more than a learning opportunity—it is an invitation to challenge, to play, to explore, and to grow. It is a space designed for those who refuse to accept the limits imposed on their consciousness and are ready to question the mysteries of their mind with intellectual rigor and open-hearted wonder. By choosing this course, you become part of a community of seekers, pioneering an era where the exploration of consciousness fuels not just individual growth but ignites change on a societal level.

For those ready to embark on this unparalleled journey, "The Strangeness of Human Consciousness" stands as a beacon, offering wisdom, insight, and empowerment. Prepare to transform not only your understanding but also to expand your horizons in life, work, and infinitely beyond. Your new chapter awaits—are you ready?

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Course Lessons

  • Lesson 1. Exploring the Depths of the Unconscious: The Heritage and Techniques of Lucid Dreaming

    Lucid dreams present an extraordinary realm where dreamers actively shape and direct their experiences, revealing endless possibilities for exploration. Historically significant and scientifically validated, lucid dreaming empowers individuals to discover solutions, resolve fears, and enhance creativity within a conscious dream narrative.
  • Lesson 2. The Mystical Dance of the Mind: Out-of-Body Exploration and Spiritual Insight

    OBEs have been both spiritual quests in shamanic traditions and subject to scientific scrutiny through 20th-century research. This dual exploration highlights OBEs' roles as personal growth tools and cultural paradigms challenging our grasp of consciousness and perception.
  • Lesson 3. Exploring Synesthetic Perception and Creativity

    Synesthesia bridges the realms of art and science, epitomizing how cross-sensory experiences influence human thought throughout history. Through neuroscience, synesthesia is recognized as more than a curious anecdote, revealing the complex neural connectivity behind vivid sensory blends.
  • Lesson 4. A Journey Through Near-Death Narratives: Cultures and Time

    Near-death experiences illuminate the shared human quest for understanding the continuum between life and the afterlife, enriched by diverse cultural perspectives. Scientific exploration of NDEs offers insights into consciousness, bridging science and mysticism.
  • Lesson 5. Mind Over Matter: The Historical Placebo

    From ancient rituals to modern scientific inquiry, the placebo effect continues to intrigue by bridging gaps between belief and tangible healing. As an exploration of consciousness, it challenges our understanding of the mind's potential in affecting physical reality, offering new possibilities for therapeutic approaches.
  • Lesson 6. The Curious Case of Déjà Vu

    Parallel processing and the brain's confabulation interplay cause déjà vu, where sensory inputs blend old memories with new experiences. This reflects how the brain constructs cohesive narratives, even if it errs, demonstrating the interplay between default memory templates and incoming stimuli.
  • Lesson 7. The Mandela Effect: From Individual Memories to Collective Beliefs

    Exploring the Mandela Effect, coined by Fiona Broome, delves into collective misremembering, exemplified by Mandela's incorrectly stored death date. This phenomenon exemplifies the fragility of human memory, demonstrating how our cognitive processes reconstruct information, forming the basis for discussions on consciousness and reality.
  • Lesson 8. Beyond the Veil: Exploring the Depths of Consciousness

    Meditation and mindfulness cultivate a form of altered consciousness where focused practice leads to increased gray matter density and improved emotional regulation. These changes enable practitioners to engage with the present moment with newfound clarity, reinforcing the practice's therapeutic applications in stress reduction and mental well-being.
  • Lesson 9. From Enigma to AI: Turing's Enduring Inquiry

    Amid rapid AI advances, the Turing Test persists as a symbol of progress, reflecting machine intelligence's role and potential ethical implications in society. Through ethical considerations and AI integration, maintaining human-centric values becomes intrinsic to future AI developments.
  • Lesson 10. From Temples to Clinics: Hypnosis's Timeless Influence

    The journey of hypnosis, from the ancient Egyptian and Greek rituals to modern hypnotherapy, highlights the evolution of understanding human consciousness and its potential healing powers. As hypnosis continues to develop, it remains a potent tool in bridging past wisdom with today's scientific insights, unlocking the enigma of human perception and experience.
  • Lesson 11. Quantum Insights into Consciousness

    Blazing a path towards unifying quantum physics and consciousness, the Holographic Principle’s analogies beckon exploration into the encoders of our perceived reality. Amid debates, its invitation to question and expand human understanding remains its most significant allure.
  • Lesson 12. Exploring the Interplay Between Sleep and Consciousness

    Exploring sleep unlocks secrets of consciousness, revealing it's not just rest but a vital puzzle piece. By understanding sleep architecture, we uncover how each stage, particularly REM and NREM, supports cognitive function and emotional wellness.
  • Lesson 13. Symbolic Whispers: The Archetypal Language of Dreams

    Jung's theory of the collective unconscious suggests that shared symbols and archetypes connect individuals across cultures and epochs, offering deep insights into human behavior and psyche. In modern times, this concept continues to inspire studies in psychology and beyond, resonating with themes of interconnectedness in literature, media, and technology.
  • Lesson 14. Seeing Double: The Science and History of Autoscopy

    In the fascinating world of human consciousness, autoscopic phenomena remind us of the complex interplay between self-perception and identity, where individuals might see a version of themselves from an outside perspective. Historically forming part of spiritual and folklore narratives, modern neuroscience is now uncovering the brain's role in these experiences, particularly the temporoparietal junction's involvement in multisensory integration.
  • Lesson 15. Qualia Unleashed: Exploring the Mystery of Subjective Experience

    The future of consciousness studies, energized by interdisciplinary cooperation, prompts new philosophical and technological perspectives. This journey not only strives to resolve the hard problem but also kindles innovation and curiosity, expanding our appreciation of the conscious experience.
 

Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  • Demonstrate the ability to apply at least three specific techniques for inducing lucid dreams, such as reality testing, Mnemonic Induction of Lucid Dreams (MILD), and Wake-Back-to-Bed (WBTB).
  • Define the historical significance of lucid dreaming by identifying its role in ancient cultures and philosophies, including its use in Tibetan Buddhism and indigenous cultures.
  • Analyze the neurological and psychological mechanisms, including the role of the temporoparietal junction, that underpin out-of-body experiences.
  • Recognize how ancient civilizations, such as Ancient Egypt and China, conceptualized out-of-body experiences in relation to spirituality and afterlife beliefs.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the historical context of synesthesia by identifying and explaining at least three key historical figures and their contributions to synesthesia.
  • Describe the neurological mechanisms underlying synesthesia by summarizing the atypical brain connectivity and functions found in individuals with synesthetic experiences using fMRI or PET scan data.
  • Analyze the psychological transformations reported by individuals who have undergone near-death experiences, assessing changes in personal perspectives and values.
  • Define the historical and cultural contexts of near-death experiences by identifying key shifts and interpretations across different societies and time periods.
  • Analyze how belief and expectation influence neurochemical and physiological responses within the context of the placebo effect.
  • Define the historical evolution of the placebo effect and its impact on medical practices from ancient civilizations to modern science.
  • Define déjà vu and explain its occurrence within the context of memory processes, focusing on the overlap of past and present experiences.
  • Define déjà vu and explain its relationship to memory processes, as evidenced by increased temporal lobe activity during these experiences.
  • Define the term 'Mandela Effect' and explain its significance in understanding shared false memories within human consciousness
  • Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
 

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Course Title: The Strangeness of Human Consciousness
Course Number: 57700315
Languages: English - United States, Canada and other English speaking countries
Availability: This course is offered online and is accessible in every state across the U.S., including California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, and Georgia. Learners in English-speaking countries like Canada, Australia, the United Kingdom, and South Africa can also enroll.
Last Updated: January 2025
CEU Value: 0.5 IACET CEUs (Continuing Education Units)
CE Accreditation: Universal Class, Inc. has been accredited as an Authorized Provider by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET).
Grading Policy: Earn a final grade of 70% or higher to receive an online/downloadable CEU Certification documenting CEUs earned.
Course Type: Curriculum-Based, Online Class
Instructional Method: Self-Paced, Asynchronous
Assessment Method: End of lesson review exams and course final exam
Course Fee: $120.00 U.S. dollars

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