PHIL 2081 - African Philosophy

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Xavier University of Louisiana

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Description:

This course provides an introduction to African Philosophy. The course is divided into three parts. Part I will focus on recent debates about the nature and scope of African Philosophy. Issues to be examined here include: (1) philosophy and colonialism; (2) the significance of traditional African beliefs for contemporary philosophical practice; (3 Credits) individual thinkers and communal wisdom; and (4) writing versus speech as vehicles for philosophical expression. In Parts II and III we turn more explicitly to philosophical issues concerning (5) science, technology, and modernization in Africa; and (6) African political theory. Prerequisite: 3 semester hours in philosophy. (3 Credits)

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.xula.edu

Phone Number:

(504) 486-7411

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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