The Philosophy Essay (College Writing Prep)
This course will introduce students to college-level philosophical writing, with a focus on the argumentative essay.
Dan Schwartz (PhD in philosophy)
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(12)
What's included
10 live meetings
10 in-class hoursHomework
4+ hours per week. Homework will include writing and revising the essayAssessment
Feedback on writing will be provided periodically during the courseGrading
Grades offered upon requestClass Experience
US Grade 9 - 12
This course is designed to teach students how to write a compelling and well-structured argumentative philosophy essay. The focus will be on developing critical thinking skills, constructing clear and persuasive arguments, and honing writing abilities through iterative feedback and revisions. The goal of the class is to produce a high quality college-level essay. The class will include instruction on the elements of an argumentative essay and ample opportunity to receive instructor feedback and to revise the essay.
Learning Goals
The goal of the class is to learn how to write a compelling argumentative essay in philosophy.
Syllabus
10 Lessons
over 10 WeeksLesson 1:
Introduction to Philosophical Writing
60 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Thesis Statements
60 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Arguments and Evidence
60 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Structure
60 mins online live lesson
Other Details
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
"A Guide to Philosophical Writing," Harvard Writing Center
Joined July, 2023
4.9
12reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Doctoral Degree from University of California, San Diego
I have taught philosophical writing at several universities and colleges.Reviews
Live Group Course
$32
weekly or $320 for 10 classes1x per week, 10 weeks
60 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
1-6 learners per class
