PHIL 211 - Philosophy of Sport

Institution:

SUNY at Fredonia

Subject:

Philosophy

Description:

The course explores ethical, legal, aesthetic and epistemological issues underlying athletic competition. How high a value is victory? Are the current bans on performance-enhancing drugs justified? What is sex equality in sports? Has Title IX properly promoted equality for women? How are sports distinguished from play and games? What role, if any, should beauty play in sports? Is admiration for sports heroes politically regressive? Can sports be a means of moral education?

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.fredonia.edu

Phone Number:

(716) 673-3111

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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