PHIL 358 - Philosophy of Language

Institution:

Thiel College

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Description:

An investigation of issues surrounding the nature of language and its relation to thought and the world: e.g. What is the nature of word and sentence meaning? What is the relation between those meanings and mental entities such as beliefs and desires? What do we use language to do? Does language influence thought? Could or do nonhuman animals and/or computers use a language? Offered every three years.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.thiel.edu

Phone Number:

(724) 589-2000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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