In Meditation II, Descartes states, “I am; I exist – this is certain.” Explain why Descartes claims that his knowledge about this cannot be doubted. Can you think of a refutation, or does it make good sense? Why does he have to prove we have immaterial minds? Keep in mind he also concludes that anything…

Evaluation: create an Infographic that communicates the information you want to convey about either Thales, Pre-Socratic philosopher, or Socrates. Imagine you are a recruiter for his school or his philosophy. Present some historical information about your philosopher, but also present information about theories you find interesting, accomplishments, snippets of any writing. Sell me on this…

Discuss what makes Thales’ method of knowing distinctly philosophical as opposed to mythology and religion. Also, why do you feel his approach may have been seen as radical?

First, describe a time you used rhetoric or it was used on you. In your description, include details about the tactics or rhetorical devices (i.e., ethos, pathos, hyperbole) used. Next, define logical argument in comparison to rhetoric. Is rhetoric always bad? Why, or why not? Give two examples to illustrate your thinking. Your journal entry…

Assignment objective: Students will create a paper involving the development and analysis of an argument that seeks to solve a real-world problem. Length: Your submission should be at least two pages in length, not counting the title page and references (if used). References: No outside sources are required for the assignment. Details: This assignment has…

The purpose of this discussion assignment is to reflect upon your understanding of epistemology, i.e., the philosophical approach to knowledge and truth. In 1 page, address the following: -Identify a belief you think is true. -Identify and explain a philosophical account of truth from the readings that might help support your belief. For example, say…

The purpose of this discussion assignment is to reflect upon your understanding of the two main philosophical approaches to the self. After completing your readings, write a 1 page paper comparing and contrasting the avocado/modernist idea of the self with the artichoke/postmodern view. As you develop your response, you might find some of the following…