Intro to Philosophy - Week of 3/11 - 3/15

Hey Folks,

This week we continue our unit on the Greek Philosophers and discuss Aristotle.

Have a great week!

Essential Question

How might understanding Aristotle's ideas contribute to your personal and intellectual growth?

Learning Objectives

Contextualize Aristotle within the broader historical and philosophical landscape of ancient Greece. Understand Aristotle's views on metaphysics, ethics, politics, logic, and natural philosophy. Explore Aristotle's political philosophy, including his ideas on the ideal state, the concept of the polis (city-state), and different forms of government. Appreciate Aristotle's legacy and his ongoing relevance in contemporary intellectual discourse.

This Week’s Assignments

  1. Aristotle Lecture
  2. Aristotle – ‘On Friendship’ Analysis

Last Week’s Assignments

  1. Matrix Viewing Questions