Honors Introduction to Philosophy

Catalog description

54 hours lecture per term. This Honors-enhanced course introduces students to the origins and central themes in philosophy, with a focus on theories of reality, knowledge, and ethics. In doing so, the course will consider various viewpoints, problems, and issues regarding human nature, moral and religious understanding, knowledge of self and the world, and other selected topics, using fundamental methods of analysis in philosophy. As an Honors section, this class will employ enhanced teaching methods such as a seminar approach, more research-based writing assignments, and assignments calling for a higher level of critical thinking. (Degree Credit) (CSU) (UC Credit Limitation) AA GE, CSU GE, IGETC (C-ID: PHIL 100)