Exploring the philosophy of religion 7th edition david. Most importantly, the articles have been carefully edited to make them understandable to every reader. The discussion covers theme, genre, narrative structure, character portrayal, story, plot, directing style, cinematography, and editing. In this audio collection, the open universitys nigel warburton is joined by a. Nov 12, 2014 cahn is the editor of political philosophy, third edition 2014 and exploring ethics, third edition 20, and coeditor of ethics, fifth edition 2011, all published by oxford university press.
For those interested in philosophy, you wont want to miss our collection of free online philosophy courses. The word philosophy derives from an ancient greek word meaning love of wisdom. Cahn teaches academic ethics, philosophy of religion, and philosophy of education at the graduate center and has published widely in the field of philosophy and education. An unofficial ou blog detailing a return to study with the open university, studying for a bahons politics, philosophy and economics.
The enterprise of philosophy has been under sustained attack throughout the 20th century. Reviews exploring philosophy of religion is a rich cornucopia of western religious topics, traditions, and issues, both past and present. It can be freely accessed, shared, downloaded, and modified. Exploring philosophy with the open university openlearn. Every textbook comes with a 21day any reason guarantee. By using this book, an introductory course in philosophy can now reflect the contributions of women philosophers. Dr cristina chimisso ou people profiles the open university. Cahn brings together exceptionally clear recent essays by noted philosophers and supplements them with influential historical sources. Rent exploring philosophy 5th edition 9780190204419 today, or search our site for other textbooks by steven m. Exploring philosophy with the open university openlearn open. Most important, the articles have been carefully edited to make them understandable to every reader. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
And finally exploring philosophy, as you might expect from a work where author, narrator and letterwriter are all female, is admirably nonsexist and so might do something to correct the still tooprevalent notion that philosophy is primarily the domain of crusty old men like myself. Professor david stewart called upon his 30plus years of teaching experience to introduce students to the important study of philosophical issues raised by religion. Youll start stage 1 with a broad introduction to the arts and humanities followed by up to two modules chosen from a variety of subjects next, at stages 2 and 3, you can specialise in one or two subjects or combine modules from across the arts and humanities curriculum. An introductory anthology, second edition, is an accessible introduction to philosophy. Cahn is professor of philosophy at the city university of new york graduate center. Philosophers both past and present have offered radically diverging answers to these and the other questions asked in the open university course a222 exploring philosophy. This material forms part of the open university course a222 exploring philosophy.
The philosophy of religion exploring philosophy the. A candid guide to becoming a professor 2008 and coauthored happiness and goodness. Cahns exploring philosophy is really fantastic because it takes the best of traditional philosophy and pairs it with modern, uptodate philosophy. If you are new to university level study, find out more about the types of qualifications we offer, including our entry level access courses 46 and.
Open library is an initiative of the internet archive, a 501c3 nonprofit, building a digital library of internet sites and other cultural artifacts in digital form. Cahn, november 4, 2004, oxford university press, usa edition, in english exploring philosophy november 4, 2004 edition open library donate. If you have not studied at university level before, you are strongly advised to study at ou level 1 before progressing to ou level 2 study. That is a good starting definition, but for a fuller sense of what philosophy is as an academic discipline, it helps to think of it as a set of fundamental questions, a rich history of attempts to answer those questions, and a distinctive range of reasoning methods and techniques. Buy the philosophy of religion exploring philosophy the open university a222 by timothy chappell isbn. Exploring european identities, milton keynes, the open university, 2003 book 1 of the ou module aazx300 europe. At the open university we believe education should be open to all, so we provide a highquality university education to anyone who wishes to realise their ambitions and fulfil their potential. We have you covered with 247 instant online tutoring. It has finally put women philosophers on an equal footing with the men.
This page describes the module that will start in october 2020. Module fees for postgraduate modules are based on the number of credits you study. Most importantly, the articles have been carefully edited to make them. Exploring philosophy, short course part time online the. Cahn brings together clear, recent essays by noted philosophers and supplements them with historical sources.
March 8, 2018 colloquium on scholarly communication, american university. Most of our students study part time, completing 60 credits a year. In this video i will talk more about my 4th year at the open university. Professor richard blundel the open university business. Not supplied with the exam paper, as it is not the universitys policy to provide these. Jun 08, 2012 an unofficial ou blog detailing a return to study with the open university, studying for a bahons politics, philosophy and economics. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Introduction to david humes treatise of human nature book one oxford. Visit our shop to find past exam papers, study support books or ou branded merchandise. Knowledge, milton keynes, the open university, 2011 book 4 of the ou module a222 exploring philosophy ed.
The open university has 50 years experience delivering flexible learning and 170,000 students are studying with us right now. Viewing renaissance art renaissance art reconsidered open university. Ii at iowa state university for phys 241, principles and symmetries in classical physics i. This work attempts to diagnose the roots of these assaults and responds to them by developing a new constructive and systematic image of philosophy. Exploring the philosophy of religion, 7th edition, combines the best features of a text and a reader by offering clear analysis coupled with important primarysource readings. Ba honours arts and humanities philosophy this is one of several specialist routes available in our ba honours arts and humanities r14. Ba honours philosophy and psychological studies philosophy and psychology seek to answer profound questions about ourselves and our place in the social and physical universe. Jun 20, 2012 an unofficial ou blog detailing a return to study with the open university, studying for a bahons politics, philosophy and economics. I see it as a huge selling point that this book is cheaper than the competition. Contact us if you want to know more about study with the open university before you register.
Grayling and other philosophers to discuss humes key theories around the self, induction and his argument against miracles. In addition to exploring the philosophy of religion, he is also coauthor of fundamentals of philosophy 7th edition, prentice hall, 2010. An introductory anthology is a remarkably accessible and inviting introduction to philosophy. Rent exploring philosophy 4th edition 9780199797271 today, or search our site for other textbooks by steven m. A222 is a very good introductory course covering six of the main subject areas that we find in standard philosophy books. Cahn brings together extraordinarily clear recent essays by noted philosophers and supplements them with influential historical sources. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition.
In this collection we ask academics to discuss these questions in addition to other important. March 2, 2000, oxford university press, usa in english. Open book at goldsmiths aims to break down the barriers that discourage people from entering higher education. With an unusually high percentage of women contributors and thoughtful study questions, it is an outstanding text for use in introductory religion courses. These will guide you carefully through selected classic readings from the set book, western philosophy.
Extensively revised and updated in its fifth edition, exploring philosophy. Exploring philosophy, short course part time online. The degree starts by developing your understanding of the world we live in through a variety of perspectives, periods and subjects. An introductory anthology, third edition, is a remarkably accessible and engaging introduction to philosophy. It works closely with a network of agencies to support people from a wide range of nontraditional backgrounds such as people who have struggled with addiction and mental health and ex. Benjamin, walter the work of art in the age of mechanical reproduction.
In this degree youll investigate a range of philosophical debates about ethics. If you are new to university level study, find out more about the types of qualifications we offer, including our entry level access courses and certificates. In this collection we ask academics to discuss these questions in addition to other important philosophical issues and concepts such as the morality of abortions and the reconciling a world with evil and a good god. Guided engagement with this philosophical tradition will provide the platform for you to tackle the big questions of philosophy for yourself. Therefore the fee for this 120credit postgraduate module will be double that for the 60credit postgraduate module ma philosophy part 1 a853 you should note that the universitys unique study rule applies to this qualification.
The philosophy of religion exploring philosophy the open university a222 by timothy chappell at. This module teaches the basics of philosophy via the six module books described below. It is available in a variety of file types and with associated ancillary materials at the link below this paragraph. The readings are enhanced by concise introductions, study questions, explanatory notes, and. The package contained a study guide, two books of illustrations, a set of dvds, and. In this degree youll investigate a range of philosophical debates about ethics, justice, scientific knowledge, religion, art, and the self. A good entry point into philosophy and the work of david hume. An alternative is introducing the social sciences dd102, which provides a good introduction to skills particularly relevant to exploring philosophy. A222 exploring philosophy open university digital archive.
Feb 06, 2011 viewing renaissance art renaissance art reconsidered open university. Each topic is approached through a set of key questions that are significant, accessible and engaging. Professor of moral and social philosophy at the university of hull begins with a general meditation on the nature of philosophical enquiry and this leads seamlessly via an examination of socrates view of wisdom into a contemplation of questions of self. An excellent broad introduction to philosophy and a history of philosophical ideas. An introductory anthology is a uniquely accessible and engaging introduction to philosophy. Youll start stage 1 with a broad introduction to the arts and humanities followed by up to two modules chosen from a variety of subjects next, at stages 2 and 3, youll specialise in philosophy in combination with either a second specialism in arts and humanities or study modules from across the arts and humanities. The module sees how major themes in philosophy have been debated and developed from antiquity to the present, with plenty of direction for further study, particularly in the form of the philosophy anthology set book. The discussion in the module books is supported by extensive audio interviews with prominent present day philosophers. Completed the course 30th may 2017 having studied dd101 introducing the social sciences, a222 exploring philosophy, dd203 power, dissent, equality. Exploring philosophy, short course the open university uk. Nigel warburton is senior lecturer at the open university and author of a number of popular books about philosophy.
It works closely with a network of agencies to support people from a wide range of nontraditional backgrounds such as people who have struggled with addiction and mental health and exoffenders. My aim is to help someone interested in philosophy decide whether to take the course. That is a good starting definition, but for a fuller sense of what philosophy is as an academic discipline, it helps to think of it as a set of fundamental questions, a rich history of attempts to answer those questions, and a distinctive range of reasoning methods and. I would not add more textbook or readings to bulk up the 4 topics chosen but instead give people the space to read and think and ponder before they write most of.
You will learn to question core assumptions and consider the world, and our relationship with it, in unaccustomed ways. The self a222 exploring philosophy by nigel warburton goodreads. Exploring philosophy of religion oxford university press. Consider fundamental questions from six core areas of philosophy. By studying exploring philosophy programme delivered by the open university uk, you will develop the reasoning and other skills necessary to engage in the debates yourself. This introduction to philosophy considers fundamental questions from six core areas.
An anthology, 2nd edition, edited by john cottingham blackwell. The philosophy of religion exploring philosophy the open. Please note that ma philosophy part 2 a854 is worth 120 credits. Open library is an initiative of the internet archive.
Ma philosophy part 2 starts once a year in october. Key questions in philosophy this broadranging module investigates five different topics in philosophy. The open university has over 40 years experience delivering flexible learning and 170,000 students are studying with us right now. Exploring philosophy november 4, 2004 edition open library. If you are in any doubt about whether you possess these skills or knowledge, you could study one of our undergraduate philosophy modules first, exploring philosophy a222 or key questions in philosophy a333, which are designed to introduce you to standard techniques of analysis and argument. The tale of the journey through my degree with the open university. I also copresented an openlearn podcast how to ecorenovate your home 2010 and have taken part in a more recent video case study for cosy homes oxfordshire 2019. This will usually mean studying for 1618 hours a week. For those unfamiliar with the open university, it is a distance learning. We expect it to start for the last time in october 2025. Reasonably priced, it is a book that could usefully be. This degree has three stages, each comprising 120 credits. He is the author or editor of more than fifty books.
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