PHIL1195 · Philosophy

Puzzles and Paradoxes

Morrissey College of Arts & Sciences

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Richard Atkins

Professor, Philosophy Department

2 evaluations for this course

Instructor: 4.6
Course: 4.4

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Richard Atkins

Professor, Philosophy Department

2 evaluations for this course

Instructor: 4.6
Course: 4.4

About this course

We examine twelve valid philosophical arguments with extremely plausible premises but implausible conclusions and how the greatest minds in philosophy have grappled with them. Based on the professor's book and supplemented with classic and contemporary readings, this course will challenge your faith in reason while affirming your faith in its progress.

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OrganizationHow well the course was organized: 4.82 / 5
ChallengeHow intellectually challenging students found it: 4.47 / 5
AttendanceHow necessary attendance was: 4.19 / 5
AssignmentsHow helpful assignments were: 4.18 / 5

Weekly effort: ~3 hours

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Evaluation history 2 terms

All available terms for PHIL1195. Numerical averages use the five-point scale.
Term	Evaluations	Course rating	Instructor rating
Fall 2023	1	4.4	4.7
Fall 2021	1	4.5	4.5