Sophie's World: An Introduction to Western Philosophy
Matt
Average rating:4.7Number of reviews:(229)
Through a mix of lectures and class discussions, we'll explore the novel Sophie's World by Jostein Gaarder as a study of Western Philosophy. This is an ideal class for students interested in a university career in the humanities.
Class experience
US Grade 8 - 11
Sophie's World by Jostein Gaarder is part mystery novel, part history of philosophy. In this course we will study the book from the perspective of a philosopher. Students will learn about the history of Western Thought beginning with the pre-philosophy era of myths, through to the Ancient Greeks, the middle ages, and the modern era. Taught by a philosophy and early modern studies graduate (BA Honors, MSc), this class is perfect prep for students who are interested in an academic career in...
Students will gain a basic understanding of the history of Western Philosophy.
This class is taught by a philosophy and early modern studies major (BA Honors, MSc) who has taught university level classes on philosophy.
Homework Offered
Students will be assigned weekly readings (an average of 37 pages per week). Students will have weekly study questions which should take approximately 15-30 minutes per week to complete. There will be two optional essays (a midterm and a final) which will be evaluated on a pass/fail basis. Students who pass both essays will receive a course certificate.1 - 2 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
There will be two optional essays (a midterm and a final) which will be evaluated on a pass/fail basis. Students who pass both essays will receive a course certificate.Grades Offered
Sophie's World by Jostein Gaarder
We will read Sophie's World by Jostein Gaarder. All students should have access to a copy throughout the course.
Matt
Average rating:4.7Number of reviews:(229)
I teach classes related to comedy and humor including sketch comedy, improv, and satire writing. I'm an improvisor, comedian, and writer who has written professionally for web series, comic strips, and satirical publications like McSweeney's....
Group Class
$230
for 14 classes1x per week, 14 weeks
55 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
5-6 learners per class
