PHIL 201
Spring 2008 not offered
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| Crosslisting:
COL 359, CCIV 217 |
This course aims to offer an overview of the development of Ancient Greek Philosophy, from its inception with Thales to Aristotle. In exploring this material, we will touch on all or nearly all of the central conderns of the Western philosophical tradition: ethics, metaphysics, epistemology, politics, aesthetics, religion, and logic. The focus will be on close analysis of primary texts. Students must be willing to engage with readings that are fascinating, but at the same time dense, difficult, and often perplexing. |
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Essential Capabilities:
None |
| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
HA PHIL |
| Course Format: Lecture / Discussion | Grading Mode: Student Option |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: None |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: (CLST-History, P)(PHIL-Philosophy)(PHIL-Social Jus) |
Major Readings:
Presocratic philosophers, Plato and Aristotle.
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Examinations and Assignments:
Weekly quizzes, regular reflection papers, several exams. |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
Philosophy requires thoughtful discussion. Careful reading of each day's assignments and participation in class and in discussion sections will be expected and will have a significant part in determining grades. |
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