Course Description
Writing philosophical papers about philosophical texts or problems. Research methods in philosophy. Library research paper.
When Taught
Fall and Winter
Min
3
Fixed/Max
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Prerequisite
Fulfill ANY of the following requirements:
Complete ALL of the following Courses:
- 04221-005
AND 04222-004
AND 04216-006
OR
Complete ALL of the following Courses:
- 04221-005
AND qmcO8rmTLBx2BcpsDqLR
AND 04216-006
OR
Complete ALL of the following Courses:
- SAeRjqPecaQCSeyAiUrd
AND 04222-004
AND 04216-006
OR
Complete ALL of the following Courses:
- SAeRjqPecaQCSeyAiUrd
AND qmcO8rmTLBx2BcpsDqLR
AND 04216-006
Note
Fulfills GE Advanced Written and Oral Communications requirement. No course challenges accepted.
Title
Critical Reading and Writing
Learning Outcome
Cultivate advanced critical reading and writing skills used in summarizing, paraphrasing, formulating, analyzing and evaluating philosophical arguments, and in prewriting, drafting, revising, critiquing, editing, and proofreading philosophical essays.
Title
Research
Learning Outcome
Use scholarly research tools (including library and internet resources) in writing expository, persuasive, and philosophical essays; effectively use and cite researched material.
Title
Writing and Rhetoric
Learning Outcome
Learn advanced strategies of writing clearly on a well-defined topic using correct grammar, accepted usage, stylistic conventions appropriate to philosophy, and a voice, tone, and level of formality suited to one's intended audience.
