Многие из революционных политических идей Просвещения возникли из принципиального разногласия о том, как следует управлять людьми. Это разногласие лучше всего иллюстрируется расходящимися взглядами британских политических мыслителей Джона Локка и Томаса Гоббса.
В этом упражнении студенты проанализируют различия между политическими взглядами Джона Локка и Томаса Гоббса, представленными в их трудах. Студенты должны ответить на следующие вопросы в своей раскадровке:
Расширенная активность
Студенты могут расширить эту деятельность, находя современные примеры правительств, которые отражают либо локковский подход, либо гоббсовский подход к управлению. Эти примеры могут отображаться в двух дополнительных ячейках внизу этой раскадровки.
(Эти инструкции полностью настраиваемы. После нажатия «Копировать действие» обновите инструкции на вкладке «Редактировать» задания.)
Инструкции для студентов
Создайте T-диаграмму, которая сравнивает идеалы Джона Локка и Томаса Гоббса.
Set up a structured debate where students argue from the perspectives of either John Locke or Thomas Hobbes. Assign roles, establish rules, and guide students to use evidence from primary sources. This activity sharpens critical thinking and helps students internalize each philosopher’s views.
Have each student or team gather key points, quotes, and examples that support their assigned philosopher’s stance. Encourage the use of textbooks, online resources, and classroom notes. This ensures students are well-prepared and confident during the debate.
Explain the debate format, including opening statements, rebuttals, and closing arguments. Outline time limits for each section to keep the activity focused and fair. Clear structure keeps students engaged and on task.
Remind students to listen actively to opposing arguments and take notes for potential rebuttals. Respectful dialogue and careful listening promote a positive classroom environment.
Lead a follow-up discussion where students reflect on what they learned and how the debate changed or reinforced their understanding. This helps deepen comprehension and encourages thoughtful analysis of political philosophies.
John Locke believed in natural rights and a government that protects individual freedoms, while Thomas Hobbes argued for a strong, absolute ruler to maintain order because he saw humans as naturally selfish. Their views differ mainly in their understanding of human nature and the ideal form of government.
Use a T Chart to help students visually compare Locke’s and Hobbes’s ideas about natural rights, the social contract, and preferred forms of government. Encourage students to cite examples from each philosopher’s writings and discuss how their views relate to human nature.
John Locke defined natural rights as basic rights all people have from birth, including life, liberty, and property. He believed governments must protect these rights and should be overthrown if they fail to do so.
The social contract is an agreement where people give up some freedoms to a government in exchange for protection. Hobbes saw this as giving power to a strong ruler, while Locke believed it was about protecting individual rights and could be broken if the government became abusive.
Yes! Storyboard That offers Real Time Collaboration, allowing students to work together on comparing Locke and Hobbes. Collaboration can deepen understanding and help students complete their storyboards more efficiently.