What Is Philosophy?
Offered By: Jeffrey Kaplan via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the fundamental nature of philosophy in this 51-minute video lecture designed for college students and their families. Delve into deep, non-empirical questions that distinguish philosophical inquiry from other disciplines. Learn about the importance of rational argument in philosophy and how it relates to standardized tests like the GMAT, LSAT, and GRE. Discover the practical benefits of studying philosophy, including its impact on critical thinking skills and potential career outcomes. Gain a comprehensive understanding of what makes a question philosophical and why pursuing this field of study can be valuable for personal and professional development.
Syllabus
Introduction
Examples of Questions
What Makes Philosophy Philosophical
Deep Questions
Empirical Questions
NonEmpirical Questions
Mathematical Geometric Questions
What is Philosophy
Argument
Controversial
Rational Argument
GMAT
LSAT
GRE
GRE Writing
GRE Quantitative
GRE Composite
Salary Comparison
Why One Should Study
Taught by
Jeffrey Kaplan
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