Phil 106 Syllabus

Course Syllabus:  The course syllabus can be found in the course information module.

Course Description:  This course is an introduction to various topics in philosophy. In the first few weeks, we will learn some basics and cover various areas of the subject, including ancient and contemporary ethics, social-political philosophy, and philosophy of mind. We will also examine issues regarding race, gender, and multiculturalism. In the final week, we will apply the philosophical tools we’ve learned in closely examining the works of one prominent thinker.

Textbook Information:  As assigned online.

Student Learning Objectives:  

• To understand, and develop sustained analytical responses to, key historical and contemporary philosophical doctrines and arguments concerning issues relating to human nature, the mind and consciousness, epistemology, metaphysics, religion, and ethics.

• To synthesize ideas from different philosophical readings in order to grasp larger philosophical conceptions and viewpoints.

• To write effective essays that demonstrate knowledge of the course material related to the essay thesis and that analyze the material in a clear, systematic, original, thoughtful, and well-developed manner.

•       To engage in critical discussion and dialogue with other class members about the philosophical