Publisher's Synopsis
Introduction to Philosophy: Understanding the Basics A Companion Guide for On-line, Hybrid, and Telecourses works well with any type of instructional delivery of full-semester length Introduction to Philosophy courses, including in-person, hybrid, online and telecourse formats.
Introduction to Philosophy speaks to the reader in a conversational tone using relevant and current examples that facilitate the understanding of the major themes in philosophy.
Priced affordably, Introduction to Philosophy: Understanding the Basics A Companion Guide for On-line, Hybrid, and Telecourses:
- Is logically organized to fit students of all levels including adult students. Learning strategies include discussion groups/boards, student presentations, question and answer sessions, distance learning assignments, position paper writing, and more.
- Addresses major themes, including epistemology, mind/body duality, the freewill debate and the big question on "Does God Exist?".
- Clearly outlines the major moral theories in philosophy with particular emphasis on act and rule utilitarianism, Kant's deonlogy and Aristotle's virtue ethics.
- Contains contemporary perspectives on a wide range of issues in political and social philosophy.
