PHIL 217 - Introduction to the Study of Marxism

1. Identify the historical, social, economic and philosophic origins of Marxist thought.
2. Discuss central concepts within Marx’s thought such as, but not limited to, political-economy, ideology, alienated labor, class consciousness, socialism, communism, dialectical materialism, etc.
3. Discuss the relationships between economic, political and social forces as articulated within Marxist theory.
4. Differentiate between classical Marxism and its more modern forms.
5. Discuss criticisms of Marxist thought.
6. Explain the Marxist analysis of history.
7. Apply Marxist analysis to historical and/or contemporary phenomenon.
8. Identify the continuing influence of Marxist thought in the contemporary world.