PHILÂ 0013. Introduction to Asian Philosophy
Units: 3
Advisory: Eligibility for ENGL 1A
Hours: 54 lecture
Major philosophies of Asia including Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, and Shinto. Focuses on issues such as immortality, the nature of reality, god, the self, society, transcendence and morality. Also looks at the influences of Eastern Philosophy on Western Culture. (CSU, UC)
PHIL 0013 - Introduction to Asian Philosophy
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Catalog Description DESCRIPTION IS HERE: Advisory: Eligibility for ENGL 1A Hours: 54 lecture Description: Major philosophies of Asia including Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, and Shinto. Focuses on issues such as immortality, the nature of reality, god, the self, society, transcendence and morality. Also looks at the influences of Eastern Philosophy on Western Culture. (CSU, UC) Units 3 Lecture-Discussion 54 Laboratory By Arrangement Contact Hours 54 Outside of Class Hours Course Student Learning Outcomes Analyze philosophical texts of major Asian philosophical systems. Describe and evaluate epistemological and/or metaphysical theories in Asian philosophy systems. Compare and contrast major Asian philosophical positions. Communicate effectively orally or in writing on a topic in Asian philosophy. Course Content Outline I. The Hindu Systems A. Historical survey of Indian Philosophy B. The Upanishads C. Yoga, Self, and the World D. Change and Reality - Vedanta E. Native challenges to Hindu philosophy II. Buddhist Philosophies A. Buddhism and Suffering B. Historical Considerations C. The Nature of the Self D. The Nature of Reality III. Chinese Philosophies A. Basic characteristics of Chinese Philosophies B. Historical Perspectives C. Confucianism D. Taoism E. Neo-Confucianism F. Contemporary Chinese thought IV. Shinto V. Eastern Wisdom and Western Society Course Objectives Course Objectives 1. Distinguish between Asian philosophical and religious systems. 2. Identify and evaluate the metaphysical assumptions of Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism and Shinto. 3. Compare and contrast the beliefs of Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism and Confucianism regarding the soul, transcendence, and the nature of action. 4. Evaluate the role that cultural and historical issues such as gender, class and ritual played in formulating belief. 5. Describe and evaluate the relationship of self to society in each system. 6. Synthesize the influences of Eastern thought on the development of Western philosophies and values. Methods of Evaluation Classroom Discussions Essay Examinations Objective Examinations Projects Reading Assignments 1. Read the first four books of the Tao de Ching and come to class prepared to discuss why the Tao cannot be spoken of. 2. Read "Katha Upanishad" and explain what the relationship between the individual and the Self is within. Writing, Problem Solving or Performance 1. Write three-page essay comparing and contrasting Confucian principles of good governance with American democracy. 2. Write a three-page essay that identifies your favorite position on the idea of the self, and provides justifications for why this position is preferred to at least two other concepts of the self. Other (Term projects, research papers, portfolios, etc.) Methods of Instruction Lecture/Discussion Distance Learning Other materials and-or supplies required of students that contribute to the cost of the course.
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...PHIL 0006 Introduction to Philosophy: Knowledge and Reality PHIL 0010 Philosophy of Religion PHIL 0013...
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