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Laurence A Bonjour
PHIL 450
Seattle Campus
Systematic study of some of the main problems of the theory of knowledge, such as: the definition of "knowledge"; a priori knowledge; perception and knowledge of the external world; and whether knowledge has or requires a foundation. Emphasis varies from quarter to quarter.
Class description
This will examine some of the central issues of epistemology, focusing on relatively recent discussions. Topics will include: foundationalism and the alternatives to foundationalism; the concept of knowledge and the Gettier problem; internalist vs. externalist theories of epistemic justification; virtue epistemology; a priori knowledge vs. naturalized epistemology; contextualist accounts of knowledge; and (time permitting) testimony and memory. Midterm and final exams, plus several short papers (or an optional term paper).
Student learning goals
General method of instruction
Recommended preparation
Prerequisites: either 322 or 350, and at least one other philosophy course (more would be better). No Freshman.
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