Language and Metaphisics
A.Y. 2022/2023
Learning objectives
The course aims at an in-depth understanding of a current debate or research topic at the intersection between the philosophy of language and metaphysics.
Expected learning outcomes
Knowledge and understanding
Students will acquire an in-depth knowledge of the main topics of the contemporary debate in the field of metaphysics and / or philosophy of language and the ability to critically discuss them.
Ability to apply knowledge and understanding
At the end of the course, students will be able to analyze complex problems in the fields of metaphysics and the philosophy of language and to identify possible solutions to these problems. They will be able to apply the skills and knowledge acquired to various research fields.
Students will acquire an in-depth knowledge of the main topics of the contemporary debate in the field of metaphysics and / or philosophy of language and the ability to critically discuss them.
Ability to apply knowledge and understanding
At the end of the course, students will be able to analyze complex problems in the fields of metaphysics and the philosophy of language and to identify possible solutions to these problems. They will be able to apply the skills and knowledge acquired to various research fields.
Lesson period: Second semester
Assessment methods: Esame
Assessment result: voto verbalizzato in trentesimi
Single course
This course cannot be attended as a single course. Please check our list of single courses to find the ones available for enrolment.
Course syllabus and organization
Single session
Responsible
Lesson period
Second semester
Course syllabus
Reading a philosophical text.
A recent philosophical book will be read, accompanied by some articles to reconstruct the debates relevant to the understanding of the text.
A recent philosophical book will be read, accompanied by some articles to reconstruct the debates relevant to the understanding of the text.
Prerequisites for admission
The course is in English. A B2 level of English is assumed.
Teaching methods
It is a prerequisite for attending the course that students read the texts in advance. Lectures include a short presentation by the teacher and questions to test understanding of the text under examination, followed by a discussion on the topics covered to stimulate critical thinking and the ability to listen and interact with the teacher and other students.
Teaching Resources
The following book will be read:
- Abel, C. (2020), Fiction. A Philosophical Analysis, Oxford, Oxford University Press
For the accompanying readings, see the Ariel website.
- Abel, C. (2020), Fiction. A Philosophical Analysis, Oxford, Oxford University Press
For the accompanying readings, see the Ariel website.
Assessment methods and Criteria
The exam includes three short written texts (500-word max each) to be agreed with the teacher in advance and an oral interview.
Attending students only will be given the opportunity to write one essay per week and receive comments within the following week.
In the written texts the student will have to outline a particular position in the debate under consideration and analyze it critically. The written texts must be sent to the teacher by e-mail in .doc format at least 10 days before the date of the oral exam.
In the oral part the written texts will be discussed; the critical ability to reconstruct the debate under consideration and the reasons that are adopted in support of the different philosophical theses will be evaluated.
Students must bring their syllabus texts (in hard copy or digital format) to the examination.
Attending students only will be given the opportunity to write one essay per week and receive comments within the following week.
In the written texts the student will have to outline a particular position in the debate under consideration and analyze it critically. The written texts must be sent to the teacher by e-mail in .doc format at least 10 days before the date of the oral exam.
In the oral part the written texts will be discussed; the critical ability to reconstruct the debate under consideration and the reasons that are adopted in support of the different philosophical theses will be evaluated.
Students must bring their syllabus texts (in hard copy or digital format) to the examination.
M-FIL/05 - PHILOSOPHY AND THEORY OF LANGUAGE - University credits: 9
Lessons: 60 hours
Professor:
Paganini Elisa
Professor(s)
Reception:
Wednesday from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Teams or Skype - Reception is by appointment by email