Philosophy : Philosophy

Essay I is due in Module 3 (Feb. 10). This assignment is worth a lot of points. I suggest you start thinking about which topic you want to write on. Note that you pick only one topic. You can write on a different topic, but please pass your idea by me first. Essay Topics I [1]      Carefully explain the ontological argument as formulated by Anselm. Kant objects to this argument, claiming that existence is not a predicate. Explain…

These are readings from where you will cite plus outside sources. My stand is the brain is the mind, but the mind also does go further than the brain. Dualism:  Brie Gertler "In Defense of Mind-Body Dualism" qualia problem:  Frank Jackson "the Qualia Problem" Materialism:  Paul Churchland "Functionalism and Eliminative Materialsim" (especially the section on Eliminative Materialism beginning on page 339) Chinese Room experiment and Functionalism:  John Searle "Minds Brains and programs" bundle view of the self: Derek Parfit  "Divided…

Based on our tips, forms, fallacies & all available evidence, is global warming real or a hoax: what's the most logical explanation for the claims of so many scientists that global warming is real & due in significant part to human activities? use the quotes in the file and set up the ABC set to look like the sample paper. Read the files 50 fallacies, 10 truth tips, and 5 moral principles to apply for paper.

This assignment consists of a single short essay question. The main intent of this question is to ensure that you have a sound grasp of the fundamentals of the material presented in this unit. I’m not so concerned with whether you agree with a particular author or not. The quality of your answer is based on your exposition of the competing positions, your comparative analysis of those positions, and, lastly, your argument in support of the position you defend. the…

write 250 words in response to Blog A and Blog B In ‘Of the Standard of Taste’ David Hume states, ‘Beauty is no quality in things themselves: It exists merely in the mind which contemplates them, and each mind perceives a different beauty’. Evaluate whether aesthetic judgements reflect subjective taste or if they can be said to identify properties belonging to the aesthetic object? Posts must not be shallow /superficial in nature.

Based on tips, forms, fallacies & especially on the principles, what currently illegal drugs (if any) should the government legalize, under what circumstances & why? The paper should follow the structure of the file "ABC set", which mean you do not need the introduction and conclusion, must have 6 ABC set in the paper, you can use the quotes of the file, and see more information of the file "0 ABC Set Instructions"

In the Ancient Greek world (the world of Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle, often regarded as the birthplace of philosophy) a “symposium” was a banquet held after a meal, an “after party” of sorts that usually included drinking, dancing, recitals and engaging conversations on the topics of the day. For our purposes in this course, the Symposium discussions will not involve dancing, recitals or a banquet, but they will provide food for thought on current ethical issues and direct application of…

Please read all attached documents for they explain the assignment and provide additional information to help address the exam question. Please let me know if you need any additional information to complete this assignment. I will also attach a copy of an outline for you to follow so you will know how to answer the question. Make sure you read the score guide as well as a guide when answering the question. VERY IMPORTANT: Please pay close attention to grammar,…

You must answer all the questions in the prompt and show evidence of having read the resources that are required to complete the discussion properly (such as by using quotes, referring to specific points made in the text, etc.). I Question- Discussion 1: Virtue and Teleology To ensure that your initial post starts its own unique thread, do not reply to this post. Instead, please click the "Reply" link above this post. Please read the general discussion requirements above, as…

writing a letter to the writer of an opinion piece. Please choose an opinion piece where a conclusion is in line with your view. This opinion piece should be of a current issue within society. example topics to choose from : (e.g. abortion, death penalty, immigration, xenophobia) Although you agree with the conclusion, a critique the author’s argument will be offered and then you will show how the argument could be stronger. Before critiquing the argument, it will be necessary…