Philosophy 102B: Introduction to Philosophy: Values Summer 2014 CRN 95894 MW 9:00 AM-12:10 PM Location: K-109E Instructor Information Dr. Ian M. Duckles Course Description: This course provides an introductory study of
the aims, methods, types and problems of philosophy focusing on values
and their place in an individual's daily life. Materials for this
survey may be drawn from classical and contemporary thinkers. Students
are encouraged to articulate, analyze, and evaluate their own
beliefs/positions in the context of meaningful philosophical inquiry
regarding value theory. This course is for anyone interested in the
origin and justification of values and their application to everyday
life.
Associate Degree Credit & transfer to CSU.
CSU General Education. IGETC. UC Transfer Course List.
Textbooks: There is one text required for this class:
Assignments: Your grade in the course will be based on your performance on the following assignments:
Grade Scale: ≥ 90 = A Schedule: (topics
and important dates included): Homework will be due daily and
assignments will be announced in class. Do not be concerned if we fall
ahead or behind on this schedule. The most important goal is that
everyone understand the concepts and problems. This schedule is subject
to change. All changes will be announced in class and posted on the
course website. In order to make the course accurately reflect student
interests and concerns, the material for the later part of the course
will be selected by students. All readings come from Exploring Ethics. Week 1 Monday, June 9: Introduction, Chapter 1, "Morality and Moral Philosophy" (pp. 2-5), "Phaedo" (pp. 22-26), "Letter from a Birmingham Jail" (pp. 27-43)
Week 2 June 16: Challenges to Morality Part II, Chapters 9-11 (pp. 71-96) June 18: EXAM 1 Week 3 June 23: Kant and Mill (pp. 98-134) June 25: Aristotle and Virtue Ethics (pp. 135-143) Week 4 June 30: Ethics of Care and the Social Contract (pp. 144-163) July 2: Watch Film in class, Crimes and Misdemeanors; discuss film Week 5 July 7: EXAM 2 July 9: Introduction of Paper Topic, Watch Film in Class Week 6 July 14: Abortion: Read "A Defense of Abortion" and "On the Moral and Legal Status of Abortion (pp. 166-202) July 16: Abortion: Read "Why Abortion is Immoral" and "Virtue Theory and Abortion" (pp. 203-224) Week 7 July 21: Capital Punishment: Watch Film in Class July 23: Capital Punishment: Read "The Morality of Capital Punishment" and "The Death Penalty as a Symbolic Issue" (pp. 311-323), In-class Peer Editing. Bring three copies of a draft of your paper to class for peer editing. Week 8 July 28: Torture: Read "Torture" and "Ticking Time Bombs, Torture, and the Analogy with Self-Defense (pp. 282-309), Final Paper Due July 30: FINAL EXAM ACADEMIC POLICIES: Attendance:
During the first week of class, students will be dropped for any
unexcused absence. Starting during the second week, students may be
dropped for missing two classes. In addition, students who arrive
unreasonably late or leave unreasonably early will be marked absent. Professionalism: It is assumed that students will conduct themselves in a professional manner with a positive attitude. An open mind is one of the most important tools required for success in academia. If a student is negative and feels as is there is nothing of value to be gained by the college experience or this course, he or she will not do well in this course. Academic Integrity and Conduct: Mesa College students are bound by the Student Code of Conduct, Policy 3100. In this course, cheating, plagiarism, disruptions of instructional activity, fraud and/or lying will result in, at a minimum, a grade of “F” for the assignment/test with no make up permitted. Any of these infractions may result in an “F” for the course as well and formal disciplinary action by the Dean of Student Affairs as described in the code (as published in the catalog or online). Accommodations for Students with Disabilities: Students with disabilities who may need accommodations in this class are encouraged to notify the instructor and DSPS. DSPS can be found at http://www.sdmesa.edu/dsps/ or they can be contacted by phone at 619-388-2780. Voting: If you are not registered to vote, please register online today: tinyurl.com/reg2voteonline. Please choose the vote-by-mail option.TIPS FOR SUCCESS IN THIS COURSE (Thanks to Professor June Yang):
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