74957 - Theoretical Philosophy B (1)

Learning outcomes

The aims of the course are to provide the conceptual and methodological knowledge typical of theoretical philosophy and to deepen themes of the obligatory course of theoretical philosophy of the second year.As regard the development and deepening of theoretical issues, it is possible with the following conceptual lines: a) theory of knowledge and epistemology, with a focus on modern and contemporary thought; b) phenomenology and psychology; c) logic and philosophy of language; d) semiotic structures, semantic and pragmatic of contemporary thought; e) philosophical biology and ethics; f) modes of existence and conception of man; g) metaphysics and experience.

Course contents

Course title:«The theme of empathy in the phenomenological reflection of Edith Stein»

During the lectures we will analyze key aspects of empathic experience, particularly with regard to the way in which it was dealt with by Edith Stein as part of a more general anthropological conception concerning the structure of the human person.

The course is scheduled in the second semester, 4th period, lecture room D, via Zamboni 34 (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 9-11

Readings/Bibliography

Readings/Bibliography

1) E. Stein, Il problema dell'empatia, Studium, Roma, 2012.

2) L. Boella, Sentire l'altro. Conoscere e praticare l'empatia, Cortina, Milano, 2006.

3) V. Costa, Alterità, il Mulino, Bologna, 2011, pp. 109-128.

The exam texts are the same also for non-attending students. Texts and teaching materials can be downloaded from http://campus.unibo.it/

Teaching methods

Ex-cathedra lectures, textual commentary, class discussions  on specific issues, dialogical lectures.
The course is scheduled in the second semester, 4th period, lecture room D, via Zamboni 34 (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 9-11).

Assessment methods

Students will be evaluated on the basis on a viva voce. The oral exam is supposed to ascertain the student's knowledge of the assigned texts and the ability to criticize and discuss the proposed topics.

Grade assessment criteria

Grade range below 18 – Fail. Poor knowledge of core material, a significant inability to engage with the discipline. Very poor presentation.

Grade range 18-21 – Pass. Limited and superficial knowledge of the subject, a significant inability to follow the thread of the discussion. Presentation with many inadequacies.

Grade range 21-23 – Adequate. The knowledge is superficial, but the thread of the discussion has been consistently grasped. Presentation with some inadequacies.

Grade range 24-26 – Acceptable. Elementary knowledge of the key principles and concepts. The presentation is occasionally weak.

Grade range 27-29 – Good. Comprehensive knowledge. Good presentation.

30 – Very Good. Detailed knowledge with hints of critical thinking. Very good presentation.

30 cum laude – Outstanding. Excellent knowledge and depth of understanding. Excellent presentation.

Teaching tools

Blackboard, Pc, Slides projector

Office hours

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