PHIL 201 - Philosophy Goes to the Movies

Credits: 3

Description
Introduction to philosophical problems in ethics, politics, law, aesthetics, metaphysics, or knowledge through film and literary materials in addition to standard philosophical texts.

Student Learning Outcomes

Recognize philosophical ideas, themes, and viewpoints as presented in film.
Appreciate the philosophical implications of cinema as a medium.
Gain a familiarity with traditional philosophical problems, issues and positions.
Understand philosophical argumentation of reasoning.
Apply analytical and critical thinking skills.

Prerequisite: None