Create a brief, fictional description of a student who is struggling in school. Include the student’s name, grade level, and area of struggle. You may include additional information to provide context for your fictional student if necessary. Explain how Piaget’s developmental theory could be used to support the student. Explain how Vygotsky’s developmental theory could … Read more
In Nicomachean Ethics, Book I, Chapter 13, Aristotle introduces his conception of “virtue.” Explain the general relation between virtue and the soul (according to Aristotle). Next, explain Aristotle’s distinction between virtues of thought and virtues of character.
2.) What is the prisoner’s dilemma, and what general conditions characterize the prisoner’s dilemma? Describe the tit-for-tat strategy, making sure to explain why one might characterize it as a cooperative strategy. Under what conditions will tit-for-tat prove optimal and under what conditions will it fail?
We discuss two very different perspectives on death and death anxiety in class—the epicurean perspective and the existential perspective. Which perspective seems more plausible, more reasonable, or more valuable to you? Why? Be specific. You must include all the following elements in your work. 9 PARAGHS TOTAL. 2-3 PGS.
Plato and Al-Farabi thought that a just city should be ruled by a philosopher. Do you agree with them that the virtue and abilities of a government’s leadership determines whether a government will make good decisions? Why? Be sure to thoroughly explain your reasoning/defend your view.
Goal: Analyze and evaluate a middle range theory. You will select a middle range theory and identify application of nursing theories into clinical practice. Content Requirements: Components of the theory Discuss the major concepts of the theory Philosophical basis or worldview change, advancing health Structural aspects of the theory Discuss the framework of the theory. … Read more
Use the textbook attached to answer the following questions. Chp 15/14 Someone who saves a person from drowning in the hopes of being paid for it is acting Chp 17/16 2. Aristotle claims that “virtue is a kind of mean.” What does he mean by this, and how does he argue for it? Is this … Read more
What things were new or surprised you in the Hughes,the Stone, and your Critias material? What Be very specific. How do they complicate your views of Socrates and Athenian democracy?
Describe four main philosophies of education – perennialism, progressivism, essentialism, and reconstructivism – and at least one philosopher who influenced the development of the philosophy, and the timeframe in which it was developed. Be sure to include the following: A description for each of the philosophies of education (origin, proponents, and main tenets). A philosopher associated … Read more
. What do you understand as “the good life”? Do you think it is important to “live the good life”? Why or why not? And how will the study of philosophy, especially ethics, either enhance or inhibit your ability to “live the good life?” Explain your answer.