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180004 VU M-02 Introduction to Academic Writing in Philosophy (2023W)
Continuous assessment of course work
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Note: The time of your registration within the registration period has no effect on the allocation of places (no first come, first served).
- Registration is open from Mo 04.09.2023 09:00 to Su 10.09.2023 23:59
- Registration is open from Mo 18.09.2023 09:00 to Su 24.09.2023 23:59
- Deregistration possible until Tu 31.10.2023 23:59
Registration information is available for each group.
Groups
Group 1
Hinweis der SPL Philosophie:Das Abgeben von ganz oder teilweise von einem KI-tool (z.B. ChatGPT) verfassten Texten als Leistungsnachweis (z.B. Seminararbeit) ist nur dann erlaubt, wenn dies von der Lehrveranstaltungsleitung ausdrücklich als mögliche Arbeitsweise genehmigt wurde. Auch hierbei müssen direkt oder indirekt zitierte Textstellen wie immer klar mit Quellenangabe ausgewiesen werden.Die Lehrveranstaltungsleitung kann zur Überprüfung der Autorenschaft einer abgegebenen schriftlichen Arbeit ein notenrelevantes Gespräch (Plausibilitätsprüfung) vorsehen, das erfolgreich zu absolvieren ist.
max. 45 participants
Language: German
LMS: Moodle
Lecturers
Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N
- Tuesday 10.10. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 2G, NIG Universitätsstraße 7/Stg. II/2.Stock, 1010 Wien
- Tuesday 17.10. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 2G, NIG Universitätsstraße 7/Stg. II/2.Stock, 1010 Wien
- Tuesday 24.10. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 2G, NIG Universitätsstraße 7/Stg. II/2.Stock, 1010 Wien
- Tuesday 31.10. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 2G, NIG Universitätsstraße 7/Stg. II/2.Stock, 1010 Wien
- Tuesday 07.11. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 2G, NIG Universitätsstraße 7/Stg. II/2.Stock, 1010 Wien
- Tuesday 14.11. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 2G, NIG Universitätsstraße 7/Stg. II/2.Stock, 1010 Wien
- Tuesday 21.11. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 2G, NIG Universitätsstraße 7/Stg. II/2.Stock, 1010 Wien
- Tuesday 28.11. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 2G, NIG Universitätsstraße 7/Stg. II/2.Stock, 1010 Wien
- Tuesday 05.12. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 2G, NIG Universitätsstraße 7/Stg. II/2.Stock, 1010 Wien
- Tuesday 12.12. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 2G, NIG Universitätsstraße 7/Stg. II/2.Stock, 1010 Wien
- Tuesday 09.01. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 2G, NIG Universitätsstraße 7/Stg. II/2.Stock, 1010 Wien
- Tuesday 16.01. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 2G, NIG Universitätsstraße 7/Stg. II/2.Stock, 1010 Wien
- Tuesday 23.01. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 2G, NIG Universitätsstraße 7/Stg. II/2.Stock, 1010 Wien
- Tuesday 30.01. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 2G, NIG Universitätsstraße 7/Stg. II/2.Stock, 1010 Wien
Aims, contents and method of the course
In dieser LV erlernen die Studierenden Techniken des wissenschaftlichen Arbeitens in der akademischen Philosophie. Nach Absolvieren der LV sind die Studierenden mit den wichtigsten ‚Werkzeugen‘ für ihr weiteres Philosophiestudium ausgestattet, mit formalen Konventionen des wissenschaftlichen Schreibens vertraut und dazu in der Lage, eigene philosophische Texte zu verfassen.Dafür beschäftigen wir uns intensiv mit den drei Phasen auf dem Weg zur wissenschaftlichen Arbeit: 1. Der Umgang mit dem Primärtext, 2. Die Literaturrecherche, 3. Der Schreibprozess.Konkrete Lerninhalte dieser LV sind unter anderem der aktive Zugang zu philosophischen Texten (Identifizierung zentraler Thesen, kritische Reflexion der vorgebrachten Argumente etc.), Strategien für die Literaturrecherche, das Entwickeln einer geeigneten Fragestellung sowie der Aufbau einer schlüssigen Argumentation, der sinnvolle Einsatz von Literaturverweisen und das Zitieren nach gängigen Konventionen. Außerdem werden wir uns mit dem Schreibprozess sowie möglichen Herausforderungen wie etwa Schreibblockaden auseinandersetzen.Der Kurs legt besonderen Wert auf die Anwendung der erworbenen Fähigkeiten anhand von Beispielen und Übungen sowie den Austausch zwischen Studierenden. Die im Laufe des Semesters sowohl theoretisch als auch praktisch vertieften Inhalte finden in einem abschließenden Essay ihre gebündelte Anwendung.In dieser LV setzen wir uns mit verschiedenen Textsorten und Themen in der Philosophie auseinander, um den Zugang zu diversen Formen philosophischer Literatur zu üben. Die zwei inhaltlichen Schwerpunkte bilden dabei 1. Philosophische Texte, die sich mit Sprache und Rhetorik auseinandersetzen und 2. Philosophische Texte, die sich mit der Frage danach, was und wie wir wissen (können), befassen (siehe die vorläufige Literaturliste unten).Dieser Kurs versteht sich als Raum des Lernens; Fragen sowie Fehler sind elementare Bestandteile eines gelingenden Lernprozesses. Außerdem wird auf eine umsichtige Diskussionskultur geachtet.
Assessment and permitted materials
10% (=10 Punkte) – Aktive Mitarbeit und Vorbereitung der Sitzungen (Lektüre der Texte)
15% (=15 Punkte) – Mündlicher Lesekreisbericht und Diskussionsmoderation
20% (=20 Punkte) – Kleine schriftliche Aufgaben über das Semester verteilt
55% (=55 Punkte) – Kurzpaper/SeminararbeitDie Aufgaben sind im vorgesehenen Moodle-Ordner innerhalb der jeweils vorgegebenen Deadline hochzuladen.
15% (=15 Punkte) – Mündlicher Lesekreisbericht und Diskussionsmoderation
20% (=20 Punkte) – Kleine schriftliche Aufgaben über das Semester verteilt
55% (=55 Punkte) – Kurzpaper/SeminararbeitDie Aufgaben sind im vorgesehenen Moodle-Ordner innerhalb der jeweils vorgegebenen Deadline hochzuladen.
Minimum requirements and assessment criteria
Mindestanforderungen:Dies ist eine prüfungsimmanente LV. Anwesenheit ist somit verpflichtend. Studierende dürfen höchstens zweimal einer Sitzung fernbleiben. Die regelmäßige Vorbereitung sowie die aktive Teilnahme am Diskussionsgeschehen sind Teil der Kursleistung.Beurteilungsmaßstab:Die Endnote ergibt sich aus den in „Art der Leistungskontrolle" angeführten Teilleistungen wie folgt:Note 1: 100-87 Punkte
Note 2: 86-75 Punkte
Note 3: 74-63 Punkte
Note 4: 62-51 Punkte
Note 5: 0-50 PunkteMit der Anmeldung zu dieser Lehrveranstaltung stimmen Sie zu, dass die automatisierte Plagiatsprüfungs-Software Turnitin alle von Ihnen im Moodle eingereichten schriftlichen Teilleistungen prüft.
Note 2: 86-75 Punkte
Note 3: 74-63 Punkte
Note 4: 62-51 Punkte
Note 5: 0-50 PunkteMit der Anmeldung zu dieser Lehrveranstaltung stimmen Sie zu, dass die automatisierte Plagiatsprüfungs-Software Turnitin alle von Ihnen im Moodle eingereichten schriftlichen Teilleistungen prüft.
Examination topics
In dieser LV steht das Erlernen der Techniken des wissenschaftlichen Arbeitens im Zentrum. Deren Anwendung ist deshalb Prüfungsstoff dieser LV und wird mithilfe der Teilleistungen überprüft. Zugleich ist ein grundsätzliches Verständnis der Primärtexte Voraussetzung für das Verfassen einer gelungenen wissenschaftlichen Arbeit.
Reading list
Alle für diese LV relevanten Texte werden auf Moodle hochgeladen oder sind online zugänglich. Die folgende Literaturliste ist vorläufig und wird bis Semesterbeginn noch ergänzt sowie evtl. verändert.Primärtexte:Austin, John L.: „Performative Äußerungen“. In: Ders.: Gesammelte philosophische Aufsätze. Stuttgart: Reclam 1986, S. 305-27.Blumenberg, Hans: „Anthropologische Annäherung an die Aktualität der Rhetorik“. In: Ders.: Wirklichkeiten in denen wir leben. Aufsätze und eine Rede. Stuttgart: Reclam 2012, S. 104-36.Braidotti, Rosi: Posthumanismus. Leben jenseits des Menschen. Aus dem Engl. von Thomas Laugstien. Frankfurt a. M.: Campus Verlag 2014. (Auszüge)Butler, Judith: Haß spricht. Zur Politik des Performativen. Aus dem Amerik. von Kathrina Menke und Markus Krist. Frankfurt a. M.: Suhrkamp 2006. (Auszüge)Descartes, René: Meditationes de prima philosophia / Meditationen über die Grundlagen der Philosophie. Lat. / dt. (Übersetzung von A. Buchenau, überarbeitet von H.G. Zekl und L. Gäbe). In: Ders.: Philosophische Schriften in einem Band. Hamburg: Meiner 1996. (Auszüge)Haraway, Donna J.: „Situiertes Wissen Die Wissenschaftsfrage im Feminismus und das Privileg einer partialen Perspektive“. In: Dies.: Die Neuerfindung der Natur. Primaten, Cyborgs und Frauen. Hg. von Carmen Hammer und Immanuel Stieß. Aus dem Amerik. von Dagmar Fink, Carmen Hammer, Helga Kelle, Anne Scheidhauer, Immanuel Stieß, Fred Wolf. Frankfurt a. M.: Campus Verlag 1995, S. 72-97.Wittgenstein, Ludwig: Philosophische Untersuchungen. Auf der Grundlage der kritisch-genetische Edition. neu herausg. von
Joachim Schulte. 9. Aufl. Frankfurt: Suhrkamp 2019. (Auszüge)Zum wissenschaftlichen Arbeiten:Flatscher, Matthias, Gerald Posselt und Anja Weiberg: Wissenschaftliches Arbeiten im Philosophiestudium. Stuttgart: UTB 2011.Birkenstein, Cathy und Gerald Graff: They Say / I Say. The Moves that Matter in Academic Writing. 4. Aufl., New York, NY: WW Norton 2018.Esselborn-Krumbiegel, Helga: Von der Idee zum Text. Eine Anleitung zum wissenschaftlichen Schreiben. Vierte Auflage. Paderborn: Schöningh (utb) 2014.
Joachim Schulte. 9. Aufl. Frankfurt: Suhrkamp 2019. (Auszüge)Zum wissenschaftlichen Arbeiten:Flatscher, Matthias, Gerald Posselt und Anja Weiberg: Wissenschaftliches Arbeiten im Philosophiestudium. Stuttgart: UTB 2011.Birkenstein, Cathy und Gerald Graff: They Say / I Say. The Moves that Matter in Academic Writing. 4. Aufl., New York, NY: WW Norton 2018.Esselborn-Krumbiegel, Helga: Von der Idee zum Text. Eine Anleitung zum wissenschaftlichen Schreiben. Vierte Auflage. Paderborn: Schöningh (utb) 2014.
Group 2
Hinweis der SPL Philosophie:Das Abgeben von ganz oder teilweise von einem KI-tool (z.B. ChatGPT) verfassten Texten als Leistungsnachweis (z.B. Seminararbeit) ist nur dann erlaubt, wenn dies von der Lehrveranstaltungsleitung ausdrücklich als mögliche Arbeitsweise genehmigt wurde. Auch hierbei müssen direkt oder indirekt zitierte Textstellen wie immer klar mit Quellenangabe ausgewiesen werden.Die Lehrveranstaltungsleitung kann zur Überprüfung der Autorenschaft einer abgegebenen schriftlichen Arbeit ein notenrelevantes Gespräch (Plausibilitätsprüfung) vorsehen, das erfolgreich zu absolvieren ist.
max. 45 participants
Language: English
LMS: Moodle
Lecturers
Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N
- Thursday 12.10. 09:45 - 11:15 Hörsaal 3D, NIG Universitätsstraße 7/Stg. III/3. Stock, 1010 Wien
- Thursday 19.10. 09:45 - 11:15 Hörsaal 3D, NIG Universitätsstraße 7/Stg. III/3. Stock, 1010 Wien
- Thursday 09.11. 09:45 - 11:15 Hörsaal 3D, NIG Universitätsstraße 7/Stg. III/3. Stock, 1010 Wien
- Thursday 16.11. 09:45 - 11:15 Hörsaal 3D, NIG Universitätsstraße 7/Stg. III/3. Stock, 1010 Wien
- Thursday 23.11. 09:45 - 11:15 Hörsaal 3D, NIG Universitätsstraße 7/Stg. III/3. Stock, 1010 Wien
- Thursday 30.11. 09:45 - 11:15 Hörsaal 3D, NIG Universitätsstraße 7/Stg. III/3. Stock, 1010 Wien
- Thursday 07.12. 09:45 - 11:15 Hörsaal 3D, NIG Universitätsstraße 7/Stg. III/3. Stock, 1010 Wien
- Thursday 14.12. 09:45 - 11:15 Hörsaal 3D, NIG Universitätsstraße 7/Stg. III/3. Stock, 1010 Wien
- Thursday 11.01. 09:45 - 11:15 Hörsaal 3D, NIG Universitätsstraße 7/Stg. III/3. Stock, 1010 Wien
- Thursday 18.01. 09:45 - 11:15 Hörsaal 3D, NIG Universitätsstraße 7/Stg. III/3. Stock, 1010 Wien
- Thursday 25.01. 09:45 - 11:15 Hörsaal 3D, NIG Universitätsstraße 7/Stg. III/3. Stock, 1010 Wien
Aims, contents and method of the course
This is an introductory-level course where students will practice close critical reading and learn how to produce scientific writing in philosophy. As philosophical writing cannot be distinguished sharply from philosophical practice, students will be required to read short texts closely and interpret them together in class. Continuous assignments throughout the semester will help to demystify the process of scientific writing one step at a time, in order that students learn how they themselves can produce quality work in the subject. Students will learn how to source and interpret quality literature, how to begin writing on complex topics, and how to make interesting philosophical claims of their own. Basic attention will be paid throughout the course to proper style, argumentation, and the mechanics of writing.The texts that will be used to teach these pragmatic lessons are taken from the field of contemporary philosophical ethics. Prospective topics for the semester include moral demandingness, obligations of aid, freedom of speech, moral vegetarianism, gender construction, and abortion. The wide variety of topics is intended not only to showcase the many sub-fields of philosophy, but to help students find essay topics that interest them personally. Students are advised to see the prospective reading list for further information.Underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to join, regardless of gender, sexuality, nationality, or culture (or other affiliation). Students are likewise encouraged to discuss any accessibility needs with the instructor. The discussion and submission language of this course is English.
Assessment and permitted materials
15% - Participation
20% - Citation exercise
20% - Critical summary (500 words)
15% - Essay outline
30% - Final essay (1000-1500 words)Students will be required to submit brief weekly assignments on weeks when assignments are not due.This course will deal with questions and subjects that are emotionally charged and/or have the potential to recall past traumas. Such topics will include death, abortion, poverty, and immigration. Students are allowed to be absent on these weeks without penalty. However, they will be required to submit an additional assignment that is roughly the same amount of work as they would have done to prepare for the class. More information will be provided in the course.
20% - Citation exercise
20% - Critical summary (500 words)
15% - Essay outline
30% - Final essay (1000-1500 words)Students will be required to submit brief weekly assignments on weeks when assignments are not due.This course will deal with questions and subjects that are emotionally charged and/or have the potential to recall past traumas. Such topics will include death, abortion, poverty, and immigration. Students are allowed to be absent on these weeks without penalty. However, they will be required to submit an additional assignment that is roughly the same amount of work as they would have done to prepare for the class. More information will be provided in the course.
Minimum requirements and assessment criteria
Minimum total passing grade and the submission of all assignments.
Examination topics
Continuous assessments culminating in a final essay.
Reading list
Reading list:Kwame Antony Appiah, What will future generations condemn us for?
Elizabeth Anderson, The Democratic University: The Role of Justice in the Production of Knowledge, (selections)
Robert Audi, The Ethics of Belief and the Morality of Action- Intellectual Responsibility and Rational Disagreement
Stephen Gardiner, A Perfect Moral Storm- Climate Change, Intergenerational Ethics and the Problem of Moral Corruption
Sally Haslanger, Gender and Social Construction: Who? What? When? Where? How?
Frances Kamm, Moral Reasoning in a Pandemic
Thomas Nagel, Death
T.M. Scanlon, Why Does Inequality Matter? (selections)
Peter Singer, Animal Liberation (selections)
Judith Thomson, A Defense of Abortion
Judith Thomson, Killing, Letting Die, and the Trolley Problem
Peter Unger, Living High and Letting Die: Our Illusion of Innocence (selections)Supplementary material:A.P. Martinich: Philosophical Writing: An IntroductionTexts are subject to change throughout the semester.
Elizabeth Anderson, The Democratic University: The Role of Justice in the Production of Knowledge, (selections)
Robert Audi, The Ethics of Belief and the Morality of Action- Intellectual Responsibility and Rational Disagreement
Stephen Gardiner, A Perfect Moral Storm- Climate Change, Intergenerational Ethics and the Problem of Moral Corruption
Sally Haslanger, Gender and Social Construction: Who? What? When? Where? How?
Frances Kamm, Moral Reasoning in a Pandemic
Thomas Nagel, Death
T.M. Scanlon, Why Does Inequality Matter? (selections)
Peter Singer, Animal Liberation (selections)
Judith Thomson, A Defense of Abortion
Judith Thomson, Killing, Letting Die, and the Trolley Problem
Peter Unger, Living High and Letting Die: Our Illusion of Innocence (selections)Supplementary material:A.P. Martinich: Philosophical Writing: An IntroductionTexts are subject to change throughout the semester.
Group 3
Hinweis der SPL Philosophie:Das Abgeben von ganz oder teilweise von einem KI-tool (z.B. ChatGPT) verfassten Texten als Leistungsnachweis (z.B. Seminararbeit) ist nur dann erlaubt, wenn dies von der Lehrveranstaltungsleitung ausdrücklich als mögliche Arbeitsweise genehmigt wurde. Auch hierbei müssen direkt oder indirekt zitierte Textstellen wie immer klar mit Quellenangabe ausgewiesen werden.Die Lehrveranstaltungsleitung kann zur Überprüfung der Autorenschaft einer abgegebenen schriftlichen Arbeit ein notenrelevantes Gespräch (Plausibilitätsprüfung) vorsehen, das erfolgreich zu absolvieren ist.
max. 45 participants
Language: German
LMS: Moodle
Lecturers
Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N
Completion of the StEOP is required for participation in this course. Students must be present for 80% of the course sessions to complete the course. By registering for this course, you agree that the automated plagiarism checking software Turnitin will check all written performances submitted by you in Moodle. Anyone being absent from the first class without a previous excuse will be deregistered.
- Friday 13.10. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 3B NIG 3.Stock
- Friday 20.10. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 3B NIG 3.Stock
- Friday 27.10. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 3B NIG 3.Stock
- Friday 03.11. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 3B NIG 3.Stock
- Friday 10.11. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 3B NIG 3.Stock
- Friday 17.11. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 3B NIG 3.Stock
- Friday 24.11. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 3B NIG 3.Stock
- Friday 01.12. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 3B NIG 3.Stock
- Friday 15.12. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 3B NIG 3.Stock
- Friday 12.01. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 3B NIG 3.Stock
- Friday 19.01. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 3B NIG 3.Stock
- Friday 26.01. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 3B NIG 3.Stock
Aims, contents and method of the course
Students will be able to differentiate between and apply the two most common citation techniques of the Institute of Philosophy (University of Vienna). Students will also become familiar with the most important tools and strategies of literature research.
After successful completion of the seminar, students will be able to research philosophical topics and search for relevant primary and secondary literature. They will also be able to carry out independent arguments and prepare a structured, written academic paper.
After successful completion of the seminar, students will be able to research philosophical topics and search for relevant primary and secondary literature. They will also be able to carry out independent arguments and prepare a structured, written academic paper.
Assessment and permitted materials
Tasks:
5 Written assignments (individual work) (25%): 5*5 = 25 points.
Poster presentation (group work) (25%): 25 points
Seminar paper (individual work) (50%): 50 points
5 Written assignments (individual work) (25%): 5*5 = 25 points.
Poster presentation (group work) (25%): 25 points
Seminar paper (individual work) (50%): 50 points
Minimum requirements and assessment criteria
Score key:
1: 87-100 points (Very Good)
2: 75-86 points (Good)
3: 63-74 points (Satisfactory)
4: 50-62 points (Sufficient)
5: 0-49 points (Not sufficient)
1: 87-100 points (Very Good)
2: 75-86 points (Good)
3: 63-74 points (Satisfactory)
4: 50-62 points (Sufficient)
5: 0-49 points (Not sufficient)
Examination topics
1. Five written assignments (individual work):
In this course, there are five small assignments that are intended to be completed individually, each worth 5 points. The aim of these assignments is to prepare the students for writing a philosophical paper. Through these small tasks, the students will become familiar with important steps in academic writing.2. Poster presentations (group work):
The students form groups and each group deals with one of the eight texts discussed in the course. Each group will present their topic in a 10-minute presentation. The objective is not merely to summarize the text but for the students to develop their own small research project, building on the original text and including arguments, research questions, and independent thoughts. This will be followed by a critical discussion (Q&A) of approximately 10 minutes.3. Seminar paper (individual work):
The students will write a philosophical seminar paper (~2000 words of continuous text) based on one of the texts covered in the course. They must demonstrate the application of the knowledge acquired in the course: the paper should be well-structured, contain a clear argumentation and a research question, as well as independent ideas. Additionally, correct citation according to the discussed formalities and a bibliography are required.Language of instruction: German. All written assignments can be submitted in German or English.
In this course, there are five small assignments that are intended to be completed individually, each worth 5 points. The aim of these assignments is to prepare the students for writing a philosophical paper. Through these small tasks, the students will become familiar with important steps in academic writing.2. Poster presentations (group work):
The students form groups and each group deals with one of the eight texts discussed in the course. Each group will present their topic in a 10-minute presentation. The objective is not merely to summarize the text but for the students to develop their own small research project, building on the original text and including arguments, research questions, and independent thoughts. This will be followed by a critical discussion (Q&A) of approximately 10 minutes.3. Seminar paper (individual work):
The students will write a philosophical seminar paper (~2000 words of continuous text) based on one of the texts covered in the course. They must demonstrate the application of the knowledge acquired in the course: the paper should be well-structured, contain a clear argumentation and a research question, as well as independent ideas. Additionally, correct citation according to the discussed formalities and a bibliography are required.Language of instruction: German. All written assignments can be submitted in German or English.
Reading list
Literature on Academic Writing:
- Flatscher, Matthias; Posselt, Gerald; Weiberg, Anja (2011), Wissenschaftliches Arbeiten im Philosophiestudium. Vienna: Facultas.
- Kruse, Otto (2018), Lesen und Schreiben: der richtige Umgang mit Texten im Studium. 3rd, revised and expanded edition. Konstanz/Munich: UVK-Verlagsgesellschaft.
- Wolfsberger, Judith (2021), Frei geschrieben: Mut, Freiheit und Strategie für wissenschaftliche Abschlussarbeiten. 5th, edited edition. Vienna/Cologne/Weimar: Böhlau Verlag.Primary literature
• Martha Nussbaum, The Costs of Tragedy: Some Moral Limits of Cost‐Benefit Analysis
• Sally Haslanger, But Mom, Crop Tops Are Cute! Social Knowledge, Social Structure and Ideology Critique
• Thomas Nagel, What Is It Like to Be a Bat?
• Immanuel Kant, Zum ewigen Frieden
• Peter Singer, One Atmosphere
• Charles Mills, White Ignorance
• Alex Bellamy, The Responsibilities of Victory. Jus Post Bellum and the Just War
• Cécile Fabre, Surrogacy ContractsThe literature list will be completed until the beginning of the winter semester and can be slightly modified during the semester. Purchases in advance are not necessary - the required texts are made available on Moodle.
- Flatscher, Matthias; Posselt, Gerald; Weiberg, Anja (2011), Wissenschaftliches Arbeiten im Philosophiestudium. Vienna: Facultas.
- Kruse, Otto (2018), Lesen und Schreiben: der richtige Umgang mit Texten im Studium. 3rd, revised and expanded edition. Konstanz/Munich: UVK-Verlagsgesellschaft.
- Wolfsberger, Judith (2021), Frei geschrieben: Mut, Freiheit und Strategie für wissenschaftliche Abschlussarbeiten. 5th, edited edition. Vienna/Cologne/Weimar: Böhlau Verlag.Primary literature
• Martha Nussbaum, The Costs of Tragedy: Some Moral Limits of Cost‐Benefit Analysis
• Sally Haslanger, But Mom, Crop Tops Are Cute! Social Knowledge, Social Structure and Ideology Critique
• Thomas Nagel, What Is It Like to Be a Bat?
• Immanuel Kant, Zum ewigen Frieden
• Peter Singer, One Atmosphere
• Charles Mills, White Ignorance
• Alex Bellamy, The Responsibilities of Victory. Jus Post Bellum and the Just War
• Cécile Fabre, Surrogacy ContractsThe literature list will be completed until the beginning of the winter semester and can be slightly modified during the semester. Purchases in advance are not necessary - the required texts are made available on Moodle.
Group 4
Hinweis der SPL Philosophie:Das Abgeben von ganz oder teilweise von einem KI-tool (z.B. ChatGPT) verfassten Texten als Leistungsnachweis (z.B. Seminararbeit) ist nur dann erlaubt, wenn dies von der Lehrveranstaltungsleitung ausdrücklich als mögliche Arbeitsweise genehmigt wurde. Auch hierbei müssen direkt oder indirekt zitierte Textstellen wie immer klar mit Quellenangabe ausgewiesen werden.Die Lehrveranstaltungsleitung kann zur Überprüfung der Autorenschaft einer abgegebenen schriftlichen Arbeit ein notenrelevantes Gespräch (Plausibilitätsprüfung) vorsehen, das erfolgreich zu absolvieren ist.
max. 45 participants
Language: German
LMS: Moodle
Lecturers
Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N
Please note that this course already has a high number of registrations. If you have flexibility in your course selection, we recommend enrolling in one of the other offerings for the 'Introduction to Academic Writing' course.
To participate in this course, you must have completed the StEOP. Regular attendance is mandatory. All absences need to be duly excused, and in some cases, substitute assignments may be provided for the missed class. You need to be present for at least 80% of all course sessions to successfully complete it. By registering for this course, you agree that all written submissions you make in Moodle will be checked by the Turnitin plagiarism detection software. If you are absent from the first session without an excuse, your registration will be canceled.Please note that in the very first session, we have scheduled a tour of the Departmental Library for Philosophy and Psychology. It would be advisable not to miss this initial session.Furthermore, please ensure you arrive on time for every meeting. Late arrivals may be counted as absences. Only attend if you have completed the preparatory tasks. Being present without having prepared will likely be of little value to you and could diminish the quality of the group discussion.This course can be conducted in English, provided there are no objections. This would be more suitable given that the literature we will be discussing is exclusively in English.- Friday 13.10. 09:45 - 11:15 Hörsaal 3B NIG 3.Stock
- Friday 20.10. 09:45 - 11:15 Hörsaal 3B NIG 3.Stock
- Friday 27.10. 09:45 - 11:15 Hörsaal 3B NIG 3.Stock
- Friday 03.11. 09:45 - 11:15 Hörsaal 3B NIG 3.Stock
- Friday 10.11. 09:45 - 11:15 Hörsaal 3B NIG 3.Stock
- Friday 17.11. 09:45 - 11:15 Hörsaal 3B NIG 3.Stock
- Friday 24.11. 09:45 - 11:15 Hörsaal 3B NIG 3.Stock
- Friday 01.12. 09:45 - 11:15 Hörsaal 3B NIG 3.Stock
- Friday 15.12. 09:45 - 11:15 Hörsaal 3B NIG 3.Stock
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Aims, contents and method of the course
In this course, our focus is on the analysis of philosophical texts and understanding arguments. You will learn to identify the main arguments and premises as well as the flow of argumentation. In addition, you'll be able to critically question texts, develop your own perspective, and articulate it. Furthermore, we will focus on how you can compose your own academic texts. Throughout the semester, you will also become familiar with the most common citation methods. It is expected that by the end of the course, you will independently research academic sources, cite them correctly, and develop and put into writing your own arguments.A special emphasis of this seminar is on texts from the realm of applied philosophy. All discussed works are contemporary pieces reflecting on current societal relevant issues.Please note: This course is awarded 7 ECTS, which is a clear indication of the workload (7*25h = 175h in total). Students should anticipate dedicating several hours weekly to prepare for the seminar and be aware that this course demands a high level of commitment.The course can be conducted in English, provided there are no objections. This would be more suitable given that the literature we will be discussing is exclusively in English. All assignments can be submitted in either English or German.
Assessment and permitted materials
1. Active participation: 10%
2. Weekly assignments (group work): 20%
3. Presentation (group work): 20%
4. Seminar paper (individual work): 50%All submitted assignments can be handed in either in German or English.1. Active Participation (10%): Active involvement means more than just raising your hand during discussions. It encompasses attentive listening and the ability to critically respond to peers' contributions. Prior to each session, students should prepare at least one in-depth question or critique based on the reading to enrich the discussion. Not preparing for a session is unacceptable.2. Small Assignments (Group Work, 20%): Throughout the semester, a total of four different assignments must be submitted, each worth 5 points. With these minor tasks, you can achieve a total of 20 points. These tasks are thematically related to our readings and lectures and aim to deepen the competencies discussed in the course – whether it's summarizing, identifying arguments, or critical reflection. The purpose of these tasks is to prepare the students for the final seminar paper. Groups will be assigned to promote collaboration from different perspectives. Written assignments should be between 300-500 words in length. Each task must be submitted on Moodle by the day before the start of the next session (23:59). The names and matriculation numbers of all participants must be provided at the top of each assignment. Every task will be checked for plagiarism on Moodle using plagiarism detection software.3. Presentation (Group Work, 20%): Students can choose both their working groups and the text to be presented from the literature list. The focus of the presentation is on the preparatory work for the seminar paper. It's less about a summary and more about the development of original arguments. Topic proposals should be submitted by mid-semester. The presentation duration is 20 minutes, followed by a 10-15 minute Q&A discussion. Visual aids like Powerpoint or handouts can be used for support. Presenters should be prepared to answer critical and constructive questions during the Q&A. All other students are expected to actively participate in the discussion.4. Seminar Paper (Individual Work, 50%): The seminar paper builds on the group presentation but can differ in content if desired. The objective is to individually process the insights from the group work and the feedback from peers, and to further develop them. At least five additional scientific sources should be incorporated into the work. The structure of the paper should be as follows: abstract, introduction, main part, conclusion, and a bibliography. Correct citation for all sources is expected from students. A detailed formatting guide will be provided, and compliance is mandatory. While seminar papers may have similar themes among students, it is strictly ensured that the lines of argumentation were individually developed and that the formulations were written uniquely by each student.
2. Weekly assignments (group work): 20%
3. Presentation (group work): 20%
4. Seminar paper (individual work): 50%All submitted assignments can be handed in either in German or English.1. Active Participation (10%): Active involvement means more than just raising your hand during discussions. It encompasses attentive listening and the ability to critically respond to peers' contributions. Prior to each session, students should prepare at least one in-depth question or critique based on the reading to enrich the discussion. Not preparing for a session is unacceptable.2. Small Assignments (Group Work, 20%): Throughout the semester, a total of four different assignments must be submitted, each worth 5 points. With these minor tasks, you can achieve a total of 20 points. These tasks are thematically related to our readings and lectures and aim to deepen the competencies discussed in the course – whether it's summarizing, identifying arguments, or critical reflection. The purpose of these tasks is to prepare the students for the final seminar paper. Groups will be assigned to promote collaboration from different perspectives. Written assignments should be between 300-500 words in length. Each task must be submitted on Moodle by the day before the start of the next session (23:59). The names and matriculation numbers of all participants must be provided at the top of each assignment. Every task will be checked for plagiarism on Moodle using plagiarism detection software.3. Presentation (Group Work, 20%): Students can choose both their working groups and the text to be presented from the literature list. The focus of the presentation is on the preparatory work for the seminar paper. It's less about a summary and more about the development of original arguments. Topic proposals should be submitted by mid-semester. The presentation duration is 20 minutes, followed by a 10-15 minute Q&A discussion. Visual aids like Powerpoint or handouts can be used for support. Presenters should be prepared to answer critical and constructive questions during the Q&A. All other students are expected to actively participate in the discussion.4. Seminar Paper (Individual Work, 50%): The seminar paper builds on the group presentation but can differ in content if desired. The objective is to individually process the insights from the group work and the feedback from peers, and to further develop them. At least five additional scientific sources should be incorporated into the work. The structure of the paper should be as follows: abstract, introduction, main part, conclusion, and a bibliography. Correct citation for all sources is expected from students. A detailed formatting guide will be provided, and compliance is mandatory. While seminar papers may have similar themes among students, it is strictly ensured that the lines of argumentation were individually developed and that the formulations were written uniquely by each student.
Minimum requirements and assessment criteria
To successfully complete this course, you must achieve the minimum total score and submit all assignments on time. Additionally, you need to be present in at least 80% of the sessions to successfully complete the course.Grading scale:
1: 87-100 points (Excellent)
2: 75-86 points (Good)
3: 63-74 points (Satisfactory)
4: 50-62 points (Sufficient)
5: 0-49 points (Fail)
1: 87-100 points (Excellent)
2: 75-86 points (Good)
3: 63-74 points (Satisfactory)
4: 50-62 points (Sufficient)
5: 0-49 points (Fail)
Examination topics
The assessment in this course is based on continuous evaluations, culminating in a final seminar paper.
Reading list
Among others, we will be reading excerpts from:
Francis Fukuyama: Identity
Charles Taylor: Multiculturalism. Examining the Politics of Recognition
Quassim Cassam: Conspiracy Theories; Vices of the Mind
Amia Srinivasan: The Right to Sex; The Politics of Desire
Federica Gregoratto: Why Love Kills: Power, Gender Dichotomy, and Romantic Femicide
Cathy Mason: Iris Murdoch and Epistemic Significance of Love; The Epistemic Demands of Friendship: Friendship as Inherently Knowledge-Involving; What’s Bad about Friendship with Bad People?
Harry Frankfurt: The Reasons of Love; On Bullshit
Ian Hacking: The Social Construction of What?
Alessandra Tanesini: The Measure and Mismeasure of the Self; Vanity, Narcissism, Timidity, and Fatalism
Andrew Huddleston: RessentimentThe reading list (as well as the course description) may be supplemented and slightly modified until the beginning of the semester. All texts will be made available on Moodle.
Francis Fukuyama: Identity
Charles Taylor: Multiculturalism. Examining the Politics of Recognition
Quassim Cassam: Conspiracy Theories; Vices of the Mind
Amia Srinivasan: The Right to Sex; The Politics of Desire
Federica Gregoratto: Why Love Kills: Power, Gender Dichotomy, and Romantic Femicide
Cathy Mason: Iris Murdoch and Epistemic Significance of Love; The Epistemic Demands of Friendship: Friendship as Inherently Knowledge-Involving; What’s Bad about Friendship with Bad People?
Harry Frankfurt: The Reasons of Love; On Bullshit
Ian Hacking: The Social Construction of What?
Alessandra Tanesini: The Measure and Mismeasure of the Self; Vanity, Narcissism, Timidity, and Fatalism
Andrew Huddleston: RessentimentThe reading list (as well as the course description) may be supplemented and slightly modified until the beginning of the semester. All texts will be made available on Moodle.
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