Philosophy and Critical Thinking
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Course Introduction
Philosophy and Critical Thinking introduces students to foundational philosophical concepts, theories, and methods of analysis, emphasizing the importance of critical and reflective thinking in understanding reality, knowledge, ethics, and human existence.
Through the exploration of major philosophical questions and classic texts, students develop the ability to evaluate arguments, identify assumptions, and construct logical reasoning. The course fosters intellectual curiosity, open-mindedness, and analytical skills necessary for informed decision-making and effective problem-solving across a wide range of disciplines and real-life situations.
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Philosophic Classics From Plato to Derrida 6th Edition by Forrest Baird
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Chapter 1: Ancient Greek Philosophy
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Sample Questions
Q1) Aristotle rejects Plato's view of the good because
A)Plato's view is too absolutist.
B)people don't actually want the good as Plato thought.
C)the good that Plato spoke of is unattainable for humans.
D)Plato saw good not as an aim for humans,but simply as an abstraction.
Answer: D
Q2) Kant proves the freedom of the will and the capacity for reason in people by arguing that
A)the idea of morality necessitates a free will.
B)freedom of the will is an a priori concept in our minds,much like the concept of causality.
C)for morality to be possible,we must have reason and be free.
D)None of the above.Kant admits that no proof can be made that does not beg the question.
Answer: D
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