Overview
Hw-1
For your first Philosophical Journal Entry, I'd like you to reflect on what you think philosophy is, and what use it might have in today's world and in your own life. (300 words)
Hw-2
Take one idea or argument from this week's lesson on Plato's Cave Allegory-- either the reading or the lecture --and reflect on that idea of argument from your point of view.
Keep in mind: the goal of the Philosophical Journal is not only to explain that idea or argument, but to relate it to your own life and world. The Journal is an opportunity to reflect on your own thoughts and feelings as you encounter different philosophical perspectives and ideas.
Each journal entry should aim for approx. 300 words
Hw-3
Take one idea or argument from this week's lesson on Aristotle's Physics-- either the reading or the lecture --and reflect on that idea of argument from your point of view.
Keep in mind: the goal of the Philosophical Journal is not only to explain that idea or argument, but to relate it to your own life and world. The Journal is an opportunity to reflect on your own thoughts and feelings as you encounter different philosophical perspectives and ideas.
Each journal entry should aim for approx. 300 words
Hw-4
Take one idea or argument from this week's lesson on Epicurus-- either the reading or the lecture --and reflect on that idea of argument from your point of view.
Keep in mind: the goal of the Philosophical Journal is not only to explain that idea or argument, but to relate it to your own life and world. The Journal is an opportunity to reflect on your own thoughts and feelings as you encounter different philosophical perspectives and ideas.