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PHIL341

Consciousness and Naturalization
PHIL341 FA

Next Offered in 9899 FA

Consciousness is believed by many to be the last remaining mystery in a world that has otherwise been mapped out by the natural sciences. Some say that consciousness can be brought within a naturalistic worldview; others hold that conscious experience is something altogether different from the world of nature. In this course we will examine several important attempts to explain consciousness, and to assess whether it is a purely natural phenomenon. In so doing, we will also try to reach a clearer understanding of what would and would not count as a "naturalization" of the mind.

MAJOR READINGS

Several book-length contemporary works on
consciousness and naturalization. Readings will vary from
year to year.

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Weekly written synopses of readings. One term paper. Regular participation in class discussions.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

This course requires permission of instructor. It is intended primarily for students who have already taken PHIL 241, PHILOSOPHY OF MIND. However, consideration will also be given to other philosophy majors, and to advanced students in related areas of psychology and neuroscience. Unless preregistered students attend the first class meeting or communicate directly with the instructor prior to the first class, they will be dropped from the class list. NOTE: Students must still submit a completed Drop/Add form to the Registrar's Office.

COURSE FORMAT: Seminar

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UG Credit: 1.00 Gen Ed Area & Dept: HA PHIL

Prerequisites: None

Last Updated on MAR-03-1998




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