PHI 326 - Philosophy of History

Institution:

Ferrum College

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Description:

An examination of the various approaches to the problem of the meaning of history. Issues to be discussed may include the following: the distinction between speculative and critical philosophies of history, the question of pattern in historical development, the nature and possibility of historical knowledge, the problem of historical causation and prediction, historiographic strategies and their philosophical bases, the role of interpretation in historical understanding, the relationship between history and nature, and the uses of history. Prerequisite: one course in philosophy. Three hours, three credits.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ferrum.edu

Phone Number:

(540) 365-2121

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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