| CODE | 104251 |
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| ACADEMIC YEAR | 2021/2022 |
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| SCIENTIFIC DISCIPLINARY SECTOR | M-FIL/05 |
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| SEMESTER | 2° Semester |
| TEACHING MATERIALS | AULAWEB |
The course will introduce the main topics in philosophy of mind, both from a metaphysical and epistemological perspective, and considering the advances in neuroscience and cognitive science. Classic issues, such as the mind-body problem, mental causation, intentionality, and consciousness, will be studied.
The course will introduce the main issues in philosophy of mind, both from a strictly metaphysical and epistemological perspective, and considering the advances in neuroscience and cognitive science. Students will learn to analyze "classic" topics, such as the mind-body problem, mental causation, intentionality, and consciousness, through the critical discussion of the main theories on the nature of mind. Students will have to develop a critical thought on philosophical matters involving the mind, and the ability to build rigorous, clear arguments using a specific philosophical vocabulary.
The course will introduce the current main themes in philosophy of mind both from a metaphysical and epistemological perspective, and considering the advances in neuroscience and cognitive science. Students will learn to analyze "classic" problems, such as the mind-body relation, mental causation, intentionality, and consciousness, through the critical discussion of the major positions on the nature of mind, as well as a direct reference to major philosophical texts and to the most innovative contemporary perspectives. Students will have to develop a critical thought on philosophical matters involving the mind, and to learn to build rigorous, clear arguments using a specific philosophical vocabulary.
None
One book amongst the followings:
1) One book among the followings:
Kim, J. (2010), Philosophy of Mind, Westview Press.
Di Francesco, M., Marraffa, M., Tomasetta, A. (2018), Filosofia della mente, Carocci.
2) Teaching materials on Aulaweb.
Office hours: Thursday 2-4 p.m. DAFIST, Philosophy section, Via Balbi 4, 2nd floor
MARCELLO FRIXIONE (President)
MARIA CRISTINA AMORETTI
DAVIDE SERPICO (Substitute)
February 22nd, 2022
Oral exam
Oral exam. Attending students can write and present a report in class that will be graded and taken into account for the overall mark. Details will be given during classes.
| Date | Time | Location | Type | Notes |
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| 12/05/2022 | 09:00 | GENOVA | Orale | |
| 31/05/2022 | 09:00 | GENOVA | Orale | |
| 16/06/2022 | 09:00 | GENOVA | Orale | |
| 30/06/2022 | 09:00 | GENOVA | Orale | |
| 08/09/2022 | 09:00 | GENOVA | Orale |