Topics in Philosophy of Mind
PHIL 381
Fall 2010 not offered
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This course may be repeated for credit. |
This course will explore recent discussions in philosophy of mind. Topics will change from year to year. This year, the course will explore recent developments in cognitive science of religion: studies of religious concepts, beliefs, and experience that have arisen in cognitive psychology, neuroscience, and anthropology, such as, why are human beings inclined to believe in spirits and life after death? Is religion something that could have evolved as an adaptation? Do scientific explanations of religion contribute anything to philosophical and theological discussions of the truth of religious claims? |
Essential Capabilities:
None |
Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
HA PHIL |
Course Format: Seminar | Grading Mode: Graded |
Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: None |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: (PHIL)(PHIL-Philosophy)(PHIL-Social Jus) |
Major Readings:
Several book-length works. Readings will vary from year to year.
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Examinations and Assignments: Weekly written synopses of readings. One term paper. Regular participation in class discussions. |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments: This course requires permission of instructor. It is always offered as a seminar for philosophy majors, who should take PHIL286 or PHIL289 before taking this course. In some years, it will also be appropriate for students with advanced background in one or more of the sciences of cognition (neuroscience, psychology, linguistics, computer science). Students should visit the instructor's website at registration time to find more definite information on the topic and readings. |
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