Learning Outcomes:
Demonstrate a sophisticated understanding of one theory of knowledge.
Practice thinking in new ways informed by previously unfamiliar theories of knowledge.
Learning Challenge:
Research, design and present a 40 minute lesson to the class teaching the fundamentals of one of the theories of knowledge listed below.
Process:
Choose one of the following theories of knowledge:
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Language
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Perception
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Reason
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Emotion/Intuition
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Mathematics
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Natural Sciences
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Human Sciences
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History
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Art/Aesthetics
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Ethics
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Religion
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Politics
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Rationalism
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Empiricism
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Paradigms/Culture
Using the sources listed at the bottom of this page and others as available research the theory of knowledge you have selected.
Prepare a 30 minute interactive presentation that will enable your classmates to understand the fundamentals of this theory of knowledge.
Prepare a paper summarizing the "Key Ideas” (maximum one sheet two-sided) for each class member and teachers.
Produce a Pathfinder that lists all sources used as well as others recommended for follow-up by interested participants.
Present your lesson to the class.
Prepare 5 discussion questions and coordinate a 10 minute question & answer period.
Requirements:
- Evidence of research includes source citations during presentation.
- Each team member should participate equally in research and presentation.
Assessment:
An assessment rubric will be developed in class.
Sources:
History of Ideas (log-in)
Gale Enc. of Philosophy (log-in)
Stanford Enc. of Philosophy
Philosophers' Cafe
Internet Enc. of Philosophy
Philosophy Timeline
Philosophy on the Open Source Directory.
Philosophyforums.com
PhilosophyForum.com
ephilosopher
European Philosophy
Sens Public (en francais)
Observaciones Filosoficas (en espagnole)
The Philosophy Wiki