Learning objectives
The course aims at providing the student with a first understanding of some basic aspects of contemporary philosophy of language and with the ability to adequately develop arguments with regard to these, and at improving his autonomy in judgment and his skills in communicating (thanks to the discussion in class) and learning in this field.
Prerequisites
None.
Course unit content
The course offers a first introduction to some basic notions of contemporary philosophy of language, especially those of meaning and reference.
Full programme
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Bibliography
W. Lycan, "Filosofia del linguaggio", Raffaello Cortina Editore, Milano, 2000, capp. 1-11.
Teaching methods
Lectures, with discussion in class.
Assessment methods and criteria
Written examination, aimed at ascertaining, with open questions, the acquisition of the ability to operate with the basic notions of the discipline.
Other information
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