Philosophical Classics I: Ancient Western Philosophy
PHIL 201
Spring 2021
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01
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| Crosslisting:
COL 359, CCIV 217 |
This course provides an overview of the development of Ancient Greek and Roman philosophy, from its inception in the 6th century BCE through to Socrates, Plato, Aristotle, the Epicureans, and the Stoics. In exploring this material, we will touch on all or nearly all of the central concerns of the Western philosophical tradition: metaphysics, epistemology, ethics, politics, aesthetics, religion, and logic. Our focus in class will be on the close analysis of primary texts. Students must be willing to engage with readings that are fascinating but at the same time dense, difficult, and perplexing. The course requires no prior experience in philosophy and should be of equal interest to students who are pursuing or intend to pursue other majors. |
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| 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: 90% or above |
| SECTION 01 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
Presocratic philosophers, Plato, Aristotle, Hellenistic philosophers.
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Examinations and Assignments:
3-4 page paper of argument analysis on Plato; midterm exam (3-4 weeks before end of semester); journal entries for various "Live Like a Philosopher" exercises; final exam. |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
Philosophy requires thoughtful discussion with others and a close engagement with ideas. Careful reading of each day's assignments and participation in class will be expected, and will play a role in determining your class participation grade. |
| Instructor(s): Irani,Tushar Times: ..T.R.. 11:10AM-12:30PM; Location: BOGH115; |
| Total Enrollment Limit: 25 | | SR major: 4 | JR major: 4 | | |
| Seats Available: 1 | GRAD: X | SR non-major: 2 | JR non-major: 2 | SO: 13 | FR: 0 |
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