| Learning Goals |
Learning Objectives |
| Students will... |
Students will be able to... |
Develop a conceptual and historical understanding of the evolution of ideas and philosophical theories from various traditions and global perspectives [Historical and Theoretical Foundation]
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- Acquire a solid foundation in the history of philosophy
- Gain proficiency in ethics, theoretical and applied
- Study diverse intellectual traditions and approaches
- Appreciate the practical importance of a philosophical approach to life questions
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| Learn logical analysis and develop critical thinking skills [Logic] |
- Formulate, analyze, and evaluate arguments
- Support arguments with systematic reasoning
- Study the foundations of various disciplines
- Integrate textual analysis, argument analysis and evaluation |
| Discuss concepts and issues in a manner that is informed, creative, and charitable [Civil Discourse] |
- Engage in civil dialogue through group work, open discussions, Q&A, etc.
- Raise probing questions
- Use sound argumentation strategies
- Debate issues in a respectful manner
- Identify the conceptual, historical, and cultural differences which inform contemporary discourse
- Give effective presentations, both formal and informal |
| Become proficient in research and analytical writing [Research and Writing] |
- Formulate interesting and important research questions
- Identify and synthesize the relevant scholarly resources essential to a research question
- Organize an argument in a form and level of depth suitable to a broad audience
- Use information technology effectively
- Constructively employ philosophical tools (distinctions, objections/responses, convincing hypotheticals and counter-examples)
- Write with accuracy, precision, consistency, and relevance to topic at hand |
| Master a variety of reading styles and genres [Textual Analysis] |
- Identify and articulate the core arguments from complex texts
- Compare and contrast ideas expressed in different styles and different time periods
- Raise substantive questions about the author’s assumptions, conclusions, and rhetorical devices |