Philosophy 242 - Relativism

Institution:

Bard College

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Description:

Human Rights The first half of this course examines epistemic/ cultural relativism and the second half explores moral/cultural relativism. Students are introduced to several fundamental modes of philosophical inquiry (among them, metaphysics, epistemology, philosophy of language, and metaethics), but the focus of the class is a detailed exploration of relativism as a philosophical position. Readings include works by Thomas Kuhn, W. V. Quine, Richard Rorty, Bernard Williams, PeterWinch, and others.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.bard.edu

Phone Number:

(845) 758-6822

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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