The Hidden World of Animal Consciousness - With David Peña-Guzmán

This course explores the behavioral and neuroscientific research on animal sleep, combining it with philosophical theories of dreaming to investigate the consciousness of animals. The learning outcomes include understanding the cognitive and emotional lives of nonhuman animals through dreams, examining the implications for debates on animal cognition, ethics, and rights, and making a convincing case for animals as conscious beings. The course covers topics such as reality simulations during sleep, animal consciousness, and the scientific, philosophical, and ethical questions it raises. The teaching method involves a presentation by David Peña-Guzmán, supported by examples from various animal studies. The course is intended for individuals interested in animal behavior, cognition, philosophy, and ethics.