Intro to Philosophy – Materials and Expectations
Course Description
This course is designed to be an introduction into the field of Philosophy.
The course will focus upon learning historical aspects of Philosophy.
The course will also focus on learning the language of and the terminology of Philosophy.
Upon acquiring an understanding of the aforementioned information, the class will further examine the Philosophical Themes of Logic, Epistemology, and Ethics.
The course will also provide insight into Metaphysics, Aesthetics, and Politics.
Materials Needed by the Student
2 Spiral Notebooks, 1 Binder or Composition Book, Pens & Pencils
Grading Scale & Grading Policy
A – 90 to 100 B – 80 to 89 C – 70 to 79 D – 60 to 69 F – 59 & Below
Numerical Grades will be given for all Tests and Projects. (40% of total grade)
These grades will be weighted equally. These grades will determine your classroom average.
Homework and Classwork will count for 40% of the total grade.
(Analysis, Proper Focus, Classroom Interaction, etc.)
Late homework will be accepted for 3 days.
Quiz Grades, Drafts, and Small Presentations will count for 20% of the total grade.
Note: Grades are necessary to evaluate your comprehension of the materials covered in class.
Excused Absences & Suspensions Tests & Homework:
Day out Prior – 1 Day to Complete.
Out on Test Day – Take Next Day
Excused Absences - Projects & Presentations:
Due on the day of your return. 10 points will be deducted for each day you are late. Unexcused Absences - Projects & Presentations:
Due on the day of your return. 10 points will be deducted for each day you are late. Unexcused Absences - Tests & Homework:
Tests will be taken and homework will be due on the day of your return to school.
Cheating
Cheating will result in a disciplinary referral to River Mill Administration.
Final Exams - There will be a Final Exam.
(Students may opt out of the Final Exam if they have both of the following criteria: Their overall average for the course is 90 or above, and they also have less than five absences and less than five tardies for the semester.)
Contact Information
I want each of you to have a very successful year! Please come by my room and see me, if you have any questions or concerns about anything! My email address for this class is [email protected]