What is True and How Do We Know? The purpose of this discussion assignment is to reflect upon your understanding of epistemology, i.e., the philosophical approach to knowledge and truth. In 1-2 pages, address the following: Identify a belief you think is true. Identify and explain a philosophical account of truth from the readings that […]

This Project Assignment picks up the discussion of truth in the Week 3 Discussion by asking you to compare and contrast the modern and postmodern approaches to truth and art. In a 3-4 page paper, discuss the following: Explain the idea that art represents reality by discussing Plato and/or Aristotles view of art. Discuss a […]

Order InstructionsW4: Blog Post: The Practical ThinkerGoal: Reflect on how critical thinking is used in different professions. Course Objectives: CO 1&2 Description: All of us are in different professions, have different specialties, and use critical thinking to solve problems at our jobs. Please write a well thought-out blog post and consider the following: – Read […]

philosophy discussion question Purpose The purpose of this assignment is to enable you to clarify your own viewpoints about the meaning of life and to confront potential challenges to your views. Tasks Do you think life has or can have meaning? Why might one question whether life has any larger meaning or purpose? Share your […]

Philosophy 006 “Everything that runs has feet. The Colorado River runs very swiftly. Therefore, the Colorado River has feet.” 1) Does this argument commit a formal or an informal fallacy? 2) What specific fallacy does it commit? Explain your answer. 3) Construct an argument of your own that commits the fallacy of appeal to force. […]

Philosophy Question select a topic of moral controversy, debate, disagreement, and dispute, Examples of such topics are euthanasia, the death penalty, abortion, cloning, etc. You can pick any such topic. It need not be listed here. Next, detail the positions of each side of the ethical debate. Note at least two moral reasons each side […]

philosophy4 intro to ethics Exam 4 (final Exam) Answer any three questions. Please be clear and concise. 1. Compare Hume’s account of moral sentiment with Mill’s account of conscience. What are the similarities and differences? 2. Is Kant correct to claim that morality must consist of a categorical imperative? 3. How does Mill’s insistence that […]

Philosophy Question 1. Socratic Project as described in the Apology. Socrates is pursuing the truth about the Good life. The Oracle said he is the wisest person. Be able to explain why Socrates did not accept this statement. Know the process of elenchus and the 5 steps. Why is it significant that Socrates finds the […]

Philosophy Question Ethical Issues in Healthcare: i.e., vaccinations, informed consent/patient autonomy, equality Sources that can be used: https://redwoodbark.org/71084/culture/lifestyles/i… https://tcf.org/content/report/racism-inequality-h… https://www.healthaffairs.org/doi/10.1377/hlthaff… write an essay with the following structure Introduce and explain your topic Explain why your topic is important and if there is any controversy surrounding it Discuss your own thoughts on your topic and the […]

Philosophy Question What is Martin Gardner’s argument for the objectivist view of art? Do you agree? Why or why not? Use Vaughn’s textbook to help you explain Gardner’s theory and its strengths and weaknesses. Choose an object, performance, or piece of writing as an example, and explain whether Gardner’s theory would classify the object as […]