Philosophy

Philosophy of religion

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The essay is on a specific book – “Why Religion Matters”, by Huston Smith. It should be a combination between, on one hand – a summary of the main ideas and the arguments that support them, and on the other hand – a philosophical analysis of said arguments, their value and faults.I would appreciate it … Read more

Philosophy

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DIRECTIONS: Write a complete, thoughtful, and thorough reply to the discussion forum question. THIS WILL INCLUDE the use of evidence for your position from your own experience AND from outside sources. I need to see a credible outside source like the New York Times, Washington Post, LA Times, Local/State/Federal Government website, cited somewhere to give … Read more

Moral Psychology

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I need you to read the article I have attached and answer these following questions:Accurately describe at least one or two reasons why the author holds the position that they do in the article andPresent at least one criticism of one of the author’s reasons.

Context

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watch two videos. In order to articulate the differences in context, you should note similarities and differences between the two. 1) What is the main difference in context? 2) What is the main similarity in context? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wvx0xjnBGh0 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A0sDv0YHmGY

Consider the following philosophical puzzle: “If a tree falls in the forest and there’s no one around to hear it, does it make a sound?” How is this philosophical puzzle an epistemological problem? And how would John Locke answer it

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This 4 – 5 full page (not to exceed 6 pages) Philosophical Essay you will be writing due Week 7 is designed to be a thoughtful, reflective work. The 4 – 5 full pages does not include a cover page or a resource page. It will be your premier writing assignment focused on the integration … Read more

“If a tree falls in the forest and there’s no one around to hear it, does it make a sound?” How is this philosophical puzzle an epistemological problem? And how would John Locke answer it

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This 4 – 5 full page (not to exceed 6 pages) Philosophical Essay you will be writing due Week 7 is designed to be a thoughtful, reflective work. The 4 – 5 full pages does not include a cover page or a resource page. It will be your premier writing assignment focused on the integration … Read more

expositary essay

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LENGTH: 500    words,    typed,    double-spaced    (include    word    count    on    first    page).    TOPIC:        Answer    one of    the    following    questions:1.    What    explanation    does    Socrates    give    for why    the Oracle    of    Delphis    claimed that    there    was    nobody    wiser    than    Socrates?2.    Why    does    Epicurus    think    that    a    life    that    focuses    on    pleasure    should    still    be    a    just    (i.e.    … Read more

Discussion Post

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In Discussion Forum 2, post your response to the following discussion question. Make sure your initial post is substantive (200 to 300 words). Reply to at least two classmates responses substantively (100 to 150 words). After viewing Horowitzs TED Talk, select one of his arguments that stood out to you and explain its significance with … Read more

Problem-Solving Essay

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Write a brief paragraph with your choice and define the problem in the scenario below. You have worked at your company for 11 years. You have returned to college to earn a Bachelor’s degree to increase your chances of a promotion. You are nearly finished with your degree when a supervisor’s position in a competing … Read more

Formal Logic

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Critically compare Freges distinction between subject and predicate with that which Fred Sommers defends. Are there any good reasons for favouring either approach over theother? If so, what are they? If not, why not? Some suggested readings:Frege, G. On Concept and Object (1892), translated in Mind, 1951,Vol. 60,16880 (see especially 16970)Sommers, F. The Logic of … Read more