College of Arts and Sciences

Queens University of Charlotte, Fall 2005, TR, 12 – 1:15
McEwen 105
(o) 704-337 - 2577; Burwell 201
(h) (before 9 p.m) 704-365-1039
frederin@queens.edu

This course will engage the student in some fundamental questions of ancient and medieval philosophy, and the approaches of philosophers of the eras. We will especially focus on philosophy as a way of life.

Each student will be encouraged to wonder, to explore, to critically examine, and to engage the problems, the authors, the instructor, and each other. While the philosophical method often brings challenges to our beliefs, each person will be treated with respect and fairness.

The student should be able to:

1. identify and explain the significance of basic philosophical terms, works, and figures;

2. explain and interconnect the basic philosophical approaches, questions and theories discussed in the course;

3. critically appraise the strengths and weaknesses of the positions presented;

4. articulate the view of philosophy as a way of life.

Evaluation

Preparation, participation, and daily writings       20%
First and Second Exams (15 % each)                  30%
Term essay (7 – 10 pages)                               30%
Final Exam (cumulative)                                   20%

Students are required to attend class and be prepared. Frequent absences and/or lack of preparation will result in an unsatisfactory daily and/or course grade. It is hoped that most students will attend every class; IT IS ASSUMED THAT NO STUDENT WILL MISS MORE THAN TWO CLASSES. Normally, each absence over 2 (whether excused or unexcused) will reduce the final course grade by 3 points. Please let the instructor know if an absence is due to illness or an unavoidable conflict.

Before returning to class after an absence, students are expected to inquire with another student about any assignments and to be prepared for class.

All assignments must be typed.

Grading Scale

Superior       A 93 - 100                                    C+ 77 - 79
                  A- 90 - 92        Satisfactory            C 73 - 76
                  B+ 87 - 89                                    C- 70 - 72
Good           B 83 - 86                                      D+ 67 - 69
                  B- 80-82        Unsatisfactory           D 60-62
                                                                     F below 60

Texts: Ancient Philosophy, Fourth edition, by Forrest Baird and Walter Kaufmann.

What is Ancient Philosophy? by Pierre Hadot.

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1900 Selwyn Ave.
Charlotte, NC 28274
Phone: 704 337-2200
Fax: 704 337-2403
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