A Brief History of Logic: Aristotle and Deduction - Math Foundations 251
Offered By: Insights into Mathematics via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the origins of logic in ancient Greece through this informative video lecture. Delve into the contributions of early philosophers like Parmenides, Zeno, and Plato before focusing on Aristotle's groundbreaking work in formalizing logical reasoning. Learn about syllogisms, the four logical forms of propositions, and how Aristotle's ideas shaped the field of logic for two millennia. Gain insights into the educational and argumentative purposes of logic, and understand key concepts such as structural statements and the distinction between potential and actual infinity. This comprehensive overview provides a solid foundation for understanding the historical development and fundamental principles of logical thinking.
Syllabus
History of logic
What is logic?
Plato the founder of modern philosophy
Aristotle and the birth of logic
Structural statements of Aristotle
Four logical forms Prepositions
Syllogism s
Potential and actual infinity
Taught by
Insights into Mathematics
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