This ‘Fun Philosophy Lesson’ explores the future of humanity through philosophical and ethical debates. It is suitable for students aged 8-16 and is ideal for classrooms focused on Philosophy, Ethics, Social Studies, and Science. This resource also supports your school’s SMSC (Spiritual, Moral, Social, & Cultural) education goals. Designed to be universal, it can be used by educators in any country, without being tied to any specific political or cultural framework.
This download uses our innovative new format for philosophy education, you can download a FREE SAMPLE by clicking here. It is one of over fifty new philosophy & ethics teaching resources that uses this format. The resource cannot be edited.
This interactive multi-use session is particularly valuable for teachers of Philosophy, Ethics, and Social Studies. It covers a wide range of thought-provoking topics, including:
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The ethical implications of technological advancements
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Humanity’s responsibilities toward the environment and future generations
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The balance between progress and preserving human values
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Visions of a utopian or dystopian future
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The impact of artificial intelligence on human identity
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The big question posed in this session is, “What will humanity’s future be like?”
Students will explore other significant philosophical and ethical questions, such as: -
Should humanity prioritise innovation or sustainability?
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How can we ensure that technological progress benefits everyone?
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Is it ethical to use artificial intelligence to replace human decision-making?
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What responsibilities do we have to future generations?
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Can humanity overcome global challenges like climate change and inequality?
Students will also analyse and evaluate a range of philosophical claims, such as:
- “Technological progress always leads to a better society.”
- “It is better to be born today than it was to be born 500 years ago”"
- “Humanity has a moral duty to colonise other planets.”
- “AI should never have the same rights as humans.”
- “Everything is impermanent: including humanity”
This session uses our unique teaching format, featuring an integrated menu with options for starters, mains, plenaries, assessments, and end-of-lesson reflections. With a diverse selection of activities—debates, discussions, and philosophical reflections—the resource is reusable for multiple lessons. Perfect for P4C (Philosophy for Children) sessions, it provides a rich environment for fostering deep, critical thinking.
The file is provided as a non-editable PowerPoint Show, requiring no additional planning or preparation. Simply run the file, and the intuitive menu system ensures easy delivery of a transformative philosophy session!
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