Learning objectives
Historical-critical analysis of the philosophical-anthropological and ethical research, especially in contemporary age; (D. 1); acquisition of acceptable abilities of reflection and discussion on the main problems concerning this research and eventually its epistemological results (D. 2); capability of critical approach to texts and philosophical materials (D. 3) and to take position in front of debatable questions (D. 4); the reinforcement of interpretative ability (D. 5).
Course unit content
1. Introduction to the importance of the study about Man in the history of western philosophy and introduction to the question of technology. 2. The Philosophy of Guenther Anders.
Bibliography
- G. Anders, L'uomo è antiquato, vol. 1, Bollati Boringhieri, Torino 2003 [parti da stabilire];
- G. Anders, Il mondo dopo l'uomo, Mimesis, Milano 2008;
- G. Anders, L'ultima vittima di Hiroshima, Mimesis Milano, 2016;
- M.T. Pansera, Tecnica, Guida, Napoli 2013
[La bibliografia verrà meglio definita durante il corso; i non frequentanti sono tenuti a concordare il programma con la docente]
Teaching methods
Frontal lessons; lecture and discussion of texts
Assessment methods and criteria
Final verbal examination. It will be judge the level of learning, the capability to discuss about the contents of the course and lexical competences.
