PHIL 495 - Undergraduate Thesis

Description:
Produce an original substantive thesis-driven paper based on independent research. By permission.

Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: PHIL 494 and advanced standing.

Credits: (3)

General Education Category: CE - Culminating Experience

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Demonstrate an understanding the major ideas within philosophical traditions, specificity those relevant to the self-designed thesis topic.
Demonstrate the ability to advance and support an original thesis.
Analyze and critically evaluate the beliefs and arguments of others.
Demonstrate pluralistic and flexible thinking, considering new ideas and critically reflecting on them.
Respond productively to advisor’s suggestions for revision.
Evaluate the relevance and reliability of scholarly sources, specific to the topic of the senior thesis.

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
12/16/2010

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