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Perspective: This refers to the standpoint from which an individual views the world. The Core Theme encourages students to ask, "What shapes my perspective as a knower?", recognizing that factors like upbringing, experiences, and cultural background contribute to a unique viewpoint.
Bias: TOK aims to make students aware of personal and ideological biases. The Core Theme prompts reflection on one's own assumptions and how these might color perception and judgment.
Values: Students explore "Where do your values come from?" and how these principles influence what knowledge they seek, accept, or reject. Values are deeply connected to ethical considerations in knowing.
Culture: The Core Theme examines the role of culture in shaping knowledge, beliefs, and practices within communities of knowers.
Justification: A central inquiry is "What constitutes a 'good reason' for us to accept a claim?". This involves examining the different ways we support our beliefs and knowledge claims.
Responsibility: The theme directly addresses the ethical dimension of knowing, asking, "Are there responsibilities that necessarily come with knowing something or knowing how to do something?".

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