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Plato, Socrates, and the Birth of Western Philosophy | 西方哲学精神探源

This philosophy course explores the origins of Western philosophy – a rich tapestry of ideas that began with the most noted ancient Greek and Roman philosophers.

By examining the work of these historic figures, students will attain a strong grasp of Western philosophy’s basic spirit. In doing so, they’ll cultivate deeper thinking abilities, explore noble values, and learn to contemplate the world around them in new ways.

本课程面向各专业本科生,通过课堂讲授与课外阅读讨论的方法,把握古希腊罗马哲学家丰富的思想,探讨哲学精神的起源,揭示古希腊民族的精神取向,阐明古希腊民族思维方式的特征,帮助学生把握哲学的基本精神,养成理论思维的能力,培养高尚的情操,提高人文素质。

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  • A basic understanding of ancient Greek and Roman philosophers’ rich thoughts and ideas
  • Concepts, ethical foundations and allegories that were developed in support of these ideas
  • Cultural and geographic influences that shaped ancient philosophies
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Subjects Humanities Art & Design
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Length 16 weeks
Effort 16 weeks, 1–3 hours per week
Starts On Demand (Start anytime)
Cost $139
From Tsinghua University, TsinghuaX via edX
Instructor Xiaochao Wang
Download Videos On all desktop and mobile devices
Language English
Subjects Humanities Art & Design
Tags Art & Culture Humanities Philosophy & Ethics

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