History of modern philosophy is based on a critical-philological method and it studies the major philosophical traditions and their specific problems, providing a thorough contextualization.
Having a strong grasp of the main features and tendencies through which modern philosophy developed. In-depth knowledge – on a historical and philosophical level – of the origin of some major ideas of the Modern Age. Perfecting one's ability to analyze and contextualize philosophical texts.
A) Being able to analyze classics of modern philosophy
B) Knowing the major turning points in the history of modern philosophy
C) Being able to focus on the argumentative strategies of different philosophers
Frontal and seminar lessons with reading and commentary of the classics in program.
Fundamentals of history of modern philosophy.
The topic of lex naturalis between 16th and 18th centuries
The reading list for this course, together with the lecturer's suggestions and instructions are available on the Italian version of the web page.
Others teaching materials will be put available to students on Aulaweb by the teacher.
AULAWEB: http://lettere.aulaweb.unige.it/course/view.php?id=147
Ricevimento: FOR STUDENTS: Wednesday 6-7 PM (DAFIST, Philosophy Section, via Balbi 4, 1st floor) FOR GRADUATING STUDENTS: Thursday 6-7 PM (DAFIST, Philosophy Section, via Balbi 4, 1st floor)
SIMONA LANGELLA (President)
LETTERIO MAURO
October 4, 2017
Oral exam
Online registration for the exam on www.unige.it
The exam is meant to assess students' grasp of the topics covered by the course and their ability to link topics with the relevant historical and cultural contexts. The exam will also assess students' use of philosophical terminology in relation to authors and texts and students' ability to build effective arguments.
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