Get Set for Philosophy
Published on 21. March 2003
Book
Paperback/Softback
240 pages
978-0-7486-1657-2 (ISBN)
Description
This is the first book to combine an introduction to Philosophy as a degree subject with the practical study and assessment skills that the student is likely to need. It begins by helping a student to make an informed choice about which philosophy course to apply for and goes on to introduce the subject via key problems and philosophers. It expertly guides the reader towards philosophical thinking as an activity and offers practical advice for developing techniques specific to the study of philosophy.Features* Gives brief biographies of major philosophers * Provides clear definitions of key terms and guidance on further reading* Includes sample essays and examination questions* Covers time-management and self-motivation skills* Offers tips on making use of contact time with tutors
Reviews / Votes
An indispensable text for newcomers to the subject. I like the explicit distinction between the content of the subject and the skills required of a successful Philosophy student. -- Dr John Gordon, Lecturer in Philosophy, Stevenson College, Edinburgh The obvious care and attention to the needs of first year undergraduates is all too evident. I have nothing but unqualified praise for the book. Having been involved with devising syllabuses for A' Level Philosophy I am also confident that students at this level will find the text extremely useful. -- Dr Roger Marples, Lecturer in Philosophy, Roehampton Institute An indispensable text for newcomers to the subject. I like the explicit distinction between the content of the subject and the skills required of a successful Philosophy student. The obvious care and attention to the needs of first year undergraduates is all too evident. I have nothing but unqualified praise for the book. Having been involved with devising syllabuses for A' Level Philosophy I am also confident that students at this level will find the text extremely useful.More details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
Edinburgh
United Kingdom
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Dimensions
Height: 213 mm
Width: 136 mm
Thickness: 14 mm
Weight
213 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-7486-1657-2 (9780748616572)
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Douglas Burnham
Get Set for Philosophy
E-Book
06/2019
1st Edition
Edinburgh University Press
€0.00
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Person
Douglas Burnham is Professor of Philosophy at Staffordshire University and author of An Introduction to Kant's Critique of Judgement (Edinburgh University Press, 2000).
Content
Table of Contents; Introduction; Part One: A Guide to Philosophy; Chapter 1: Philosophy Degrees; A. What is philosophy? Why Study philosophy? (careers and personal growth); 1. What is philosophy?; 2. Philosophy and Your Future; A Special Word to Mature Students; B. Philosophy at university; 1. Choosing Where to Study: Which university?; 2: Which Type of Degree?; 3. Typical philosophy Courses; Chapter 2: An Orientation in Philosophy; A. Typical Courses on the First Year of philosophy Degrees; 1. Problems of Metaphysics; 2. Epistemology and Philosophy of Science; 3. Ethics, Applied Ethics, and Political Philosophy; 4. Aesthetics; 5. The Philosophy of Religion; 6. Ancient philosophy; 7. Early Modern Philosophy; 8. European' Philosophy; Part Two: Study skills; Chapter 3: Be in the Know; Chapter 4: Learning at university; A. Reading; B. Learning by Assessment; C. Self-Directed Learning; D. Time Management; E. Tutorials and seminars; F. Lectures; Chapter 5: Assessments; A. Essays and Dissertations; 1. Why Write Essays?; 2. Philosophy Essays are Different; 3. First, Read the Question; 4. The Writing Process: From Notes to a First Draft; 5. The Essay Returns; 6. Finding and Using Sources; a. Why Use Sources?; B. Finding Sources; 7. Portfolio of Work; 8. The Dissertation; B. Examinations; 1. Preparing for exams; 2. On the Day; 3. After the Exam; C. Oral Presentations; 1. Preparing and Presenting; 2. Working in Groups; Chapter 6:General Skills Handbook; A. Argument and Justification; 1. Critical Thinking; 2. Examples and Analogies; B. Writing Clear and Correctly; 1. References and Bibliographies; 2. Good Academic Style; C. Writing Skills Self-Assessment.