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Academic Year 2005/2006

Philosophy of Language
PHIL 289 SP

This course is a study of recent attempts by philosophers to explain the nature of language and its use in speech and thought. Philosophers studied normally include Frege, Russell, Austin, Strawson, Searle, Donnellan, Kripke and Putnam.

MAJOR READINGS

Selected articles and chapters by philosophers named in course description.

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

To be determined.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

The level of this course is fairly advanced and so at least one previous course in philosophy is required.

COURSE FORMAT: Seminar

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UGRD    Credit: 1    Gen Ed Area Dept: HA PHIL    Grading Mode: Graded   

Prerequisites: PHIL202 OR PHIL231 Links to Web Resources For This Course.

Last Updated on MAR-30-2006

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