PHIL 201
Spring 2006
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01
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| Crosslisting:
COL 359, CCIV 217 |
This course is designed to acquaint the students with the major figures and movements of ancient Greek philosophy, where many of the strands of the traditions of Western philosophy and science have their beginnings. We will examine a number of philosophical problems in the historical and cultural context in which they arose in ancient Greece. Among the issues we will consider are justice, knowledge, happiness and death. Reading is mainly in the primary sources. |
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Essential Capabilities:
Ethical Reasoning, Ethical Reasoning |
| 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) |
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Past Enrollment Probability: Not Available |
| SECTION 01 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
Selected from among Presocratic writings, Socratic philosophy, Plato, Aristotle and Hellenistic philosophers.
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Examinations and Assignments:
Four 5-8 page papers, two oral exams, some short assignments and written 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. |
| Instructor(s): Ostrow,Matthew Times: ..T.R.. 01:10PM-02:30PM; Location: FISK302; |
| Total Enrollment Limit: 35 | | SR major: 4 | JR major: 5 | | |
| Seats Available: -2 | GRAD: 0 | SR non-major: 3 | JR non-major: 3 | SO: 10 | FR: 10 |
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