Course Description
Articulating, assessing, and defending fundamental positions on topics such as reason, knowledge, science, education, ethics, politics, and religion.
When Taught
All Semesters/Terms
Min
3
Fixed/Max
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Title
Figures and Topics
Learning Outcome
<p>Become acquainted with important figures, topics, and issues in the history of philosophy.</p>
Title
Application
Learning Outcome
<p>Learn to integrate philosophical skills and practices with religious convictions, while cultivating a respect for contrary points of view.</p>
Title
Writing and Rhetoric
Learning Outcome
<p>Write a clear and cogent philosophical essay.</p>
Title
Basic Critical Reasoning, Reading and Writing
Learning Outcome
<p>Learn to read and discuss philosophical texts; learn basic logic skills used in critical reasoning and be able to identify invalid, unsound, and fallacious arguments.</p>