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An examination of such enduring issues as causation, general laws, fact and explanation, objectivity, pattern and meaning, uniqueness and the role of the individual. Readings from classic and contemporary texts, with emphasis on the practical, historiographical implications of philosophical theories. (Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, two 200-level history courses or one 100-level history course and one course in philosophy. (Same as History 301.) Maximum enrollment, 20. A Kelly.
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Focus on the philosophical analysis of scientific knowledge, scientific method and the practice of science. Readings include classic texts in the philosophy of science as well as contemporary discussions of science as a social product and critiques of the notion of scientific objectivity. Prerequisite, one course in philosophy or consent of instructor. Not open to students who have taken 415. Pereplyotchik.
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An examination of conceptual and ethical issues that concern sport, including the nature of play, games and sport, the moral evaluation of athletic competition, the nature of gender equity in sport, the ethics of chemical and genetic enhancement of athletes, and problems of intercollegiate athletics. Readings will explore theories of sport, the intersection of sport, law and education, sport and culture, and criticisms of various sporting practices. Prerequisite, Two courses in philosophy or senior standing. Simon.
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Critical inquiry into the morality of war and peace with emphasis on the ethics of killing in war. Consideration of the ethics of violence and the alternative of nonviolence both as a tactic and as a way of life. Historical and contemporary readings. Extensive use of films outside of class. (Oral Presentations.) Prerequisite, One courses in philosophy or consent of instructor. Open to sophomores, juniors and seniors. Werner.
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Survey of some central questions in contemporary analytic philosophy and their 20th-century origins. Among the questions we may explore are: What is the relation of language to the world? How are we to understand truth? Does philosophy have its own method, or is it an extension of science? What is the nature of consciousness? What are the limits of philosophy? (Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, 203 or consent of instructor. Open to sophomores, juniors and seniors. Maximum enrollment, 20. Pereplyotchik.
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Arendt's thought, while gaining popularity in poli-sci and Jewish studies, remains neglected in philosophy. As a corrective, this course is a close examination of Arendt's philosophical thought, especially her philosophy of action, political and ethical philosophy, philosophy of history, and her relationship to the philosophical and extra-philosophical world. At the end of the course we will consider Arendt's thought in relation contemporary events. Prerequisite, Two courses in philosophy or permission from professor. Maximum enrollment, 12. Martin Shuster.
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The 20th century philosopher, Martin Heidegger once said that, "so far, Kant's Critique of Judgment has been effective only through misunderstandings." This course will offer a close reading of Kant's 3rd and final critique, the Critique of Judgment. In many regards, it is the culmination of Kant's thinking and brings to a conclusion his critical philosophy. Topics of discussion will include aesthetics and beauty, the nature of judgment, morality, teleology and living organisms, and freedom and God. Prior experience with Kant helpful, but not necessary. Prerequisite, 2 philosophy courses, recommended: modern philosophy, or permission of instructor. Maximum enrollment, 12. Martin Shuster.
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Many of the ideas in contemporary psychology derive from long-standing philosophical positions, and philosophers have increasingly drawn on the results from cognitive science to ground their claims and theories. Some philosophers even engage in experimental research, in addition to interpretation and criticism of such research. We will examine the interface between philosophy and psychology. Topics include: the mind-body problem; introspection and self-knowledge; behaviorist psychology; the computational theory of mind; evolutionary psychology; consciousness and subjectivity. Prerequisite, Three courses in philosophy, or permission of instructor. Maximum enrollment, 12. Pereplyotchik.
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An examination of literature in philosophy of mind. Focus on questions and issues such as: What is the mind? How is it related to the body? What is its role in personal identity? How do theories of mind relate to our understanding of affective and cognitive phenomena such as the emotions, will and reason? Prerequisite, three courses in philosophy or consent of instructor. Maximum enrollment, 12. Janack.
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Investigation of philosophical theories of happiness beginning with the ancient Greeks and ending with contemporary positive psychology. Examination of recent literature from experimental ethics concerning the nature and source of happiness. Comparison of various traditions and methodologies. Examination of recent literature from experimental ethics concerning the nature and source of happiness. Prerequisite, 201 and one other course in philosophy or consent of instructor. Maximum enrollment, 12. Werner.
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