PHIL 263
Spring 2012
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01
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| Crosslisting:
EAST 264 |
We will critically examine Chinese philosophical discourse from the late 19th century to the present, including liberalism, Marxism, and New Confucianism. Topics will include interaction with the West, human rights, the roles of traditions and traditional values, and the modern relevance of the ideal of sagehood. |
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Essential Capabilities:
Intercultural Literacy
We study the contemporary philosophical debate within Chinese societies today.
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| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
HA PHIL |
| Course Format: Lecture / Discussion | Grading Mode: Graded |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: ANY PHILOSOPHY COURSE |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: (CEAS-MN)(CEAS)(CEAS-Phil/Reli)(PHIL)(PHIL-Philosophy)(PHIL-Social Jus)(STS) |
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Past Enrollment Probability: Not Available |
| SECTION 01 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
Most readings will be primary texts, in translation, covering liberal, Marxist, and New Confucian voices.
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Examinations and Assignments:
Three papers, take-home final, and regular short writing assignments. |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
Any student who has not taken PHIL205 (Classical Chinese Philosophy) will be required to attend a half-day Chinese Philosophy Bootcamp, to be scheduled at a mutually convenient time--probably on a weekend afternoon--early in the semester.
Some previous exposure to Kant and/or Marx will be very useful. Familiarity with modern Chinese history is helpful but not required. |
| Instructor(s): Angle,Stephen Times: ..T.R.. 10:30AM-11:50AM; Location: FISK404; |
| Total Enrollment Limit: 25 | | SR major: 8 | JR major: 8 | | |
| Seats Available: 5 | GRAD: X | SR non-major: 4 | JR non-major: 3 | SO: 2 | FR: 0 |
| Web Resources: Syllabus |
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