HISTORY OF CONTEMPORARY PHILOSOPHY
cod. 1000329

Academic year 2014/15
1° year of course - Second semester
Professor
Academic discipline
Storia della filosofia (M-FIL/06)
Field
Istituzioni di filosofia
Type of training activity
Related/supplementary
30 hours
of face-to-face activities
6 credits
hub:
course unit
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Learning objectives

I. Ability to use theoretical, methodological and content knowledge about the historical-philosophical tradition in the area of contemporary philosophy (Dublin Descriptors 1: knowledge and understanding); II. ability to write papers that incorporate the acquired theoretical, historical and methodological knowledge (Dublin Descriptors 2: applying knowledge and understanding); III. independent critical engagement with conceptual material (Dublin Descriptors 3: making judgements); IV. ability to position oneself in relevant debates/traditions (Dublin Descriptors 4: communication skills); V. Development of those learning skills that are necessary for students to continue further study with a high degree of autonomy (Dublin Descriptors 5: learning skills).

Prerequisites

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Course unit content

Wittgenstein and his Viennese background

Full programme

The course will be focused on Wittgenstein’s Philosophical Investigations and the so-called second Wittgenstein. Particular attention will be given to the discussion of topics that take us to Wittgenstein’s Viennese background, such as the seeing-as, the colour issue, and the notion of expression.

Bibliography

Main References

L. Wittgenstein, Philosophical Investigations, G.E.M. Anscombe e R. Rhees (Eds.), Oxford, 1953.

Teaching methods

Frontal lessons and seminars. Students are required to lead one class discussion on a chosen theme and are expected to participate in class discussions

Assessment methods and criteria

Oral exam

Other information

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