Through the reading and analysis of some classic texts in analytic philosophy, the seminar introduces tools to learn how to effectively write philosophical analyses and arguments.
The seminar aims to provide some fundamental tools for analyzing classical problems in analytic philosophy and for effectively writing philosophical analyzes and arguments. Through the in-depth study of some classic texts, the seminar provides the tools to improve clarity in exposition, precision in the use of language and awareness in the use of philosophical arguments.
At the end of the course, the student will:
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The course includes an introductory part presenting classic articles and a section providing the main guidelines for effective analytic writing. Additionally, the course involves group discussions of the articles main theses, potential objections, and the arguments required to discuss the topic at hand. Finally, the course includes the planning, structuring, and writing of an article, either individually or in groups.
Reading and analysis of some classic texts from the analytic tradition taken from
A. C. Varzi. Metafisica. Classici Contemporanei. Laterza
Exercises in text analysis, identification of main theses, and formulation of objections.
Guidelines for structuring and writing a philosophical article.
Exercises in writing a philosophical article.
Materials will be provided during the lessons and made available on AulaWeb. The articles are selected from
Ricevimento: Tuesday 15-17 DAFIST, sezione di Filosofia, Via Balbi 4, II piano. On Teams, team code qqnykcf.
DANIELE PORELLO (President)
MARCELLO FRIXIONE
3rd October 2024
There is no final exam.
Credits will be awarded based on seminar attendance (at least 75%) and the submission of the group work.
