PHIL 300
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Philosophical Writing
Course Description
Writing philosophical papers about philosophical texts or problems. Research methods in philosophy. Library research paper.
When Taught
Fall and Winter
Min
3
Fixed/Max
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Note
Fulfills GE Advanced Written and Oral Communications requirement. No course challenges accepted.
Title
Critical Reading and Writing
Learning Outcome
<p>Cultivate advanced critical reading and writing skills used in summarizing, paraphrasing, formulating, analyzing and evaluating philosophical arguments, and in prewriting, drafting, revising, critiquing, editing, and proofreading philosophical essays.</p>
Title
Research
Learning Outcome
<p>Use scholarly research tools (including library and internet resources) in writing expository, persuasive, and philosophical essays; effectively use and cite researched material</p>
Title
Writing and Rhetoric
Learning Outcome
<p>Learn advanced strategies of writing clearly on a well-defined topic using correct grammar, accepted usage, stylistic conventions appropriate to philosophy, and a voice, tone, and level of formality suited to one's intended audience</p>
