PHIL 101 - Introduction to Philosophy

Institution:

StraighterLine

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Description:

This Introduction to Philosophy course is a critical introduction to the field of philosophical inquiry. After defining philosophy and identifying the major fields of philosophical study, the course examines the history of Western thought, from the famous Greek philosophers up to the cutting-edge intellectuals of today. The course then dives into various thematic topics, including metaphysics, epistemology, free will and determinism, evil and the existence of God, personal identity, ethical values, and political philosophy. The course concludes with an analysis of different perspectives, including Eastern philosophies, and post-colonial thought.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Web Based

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Institution Website:

www.straighterline.com

Phone Number:

877.787.8375

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