The course, through the reading of classical texts, aims to provide students with the knowledge and critical understanding of the historical, epistemological and methodological foundations of historical-philosophical research. By indicating from time to time the difficulties presented by the texts and the different possible interpretative solutions, it also aims to stimulate the student's critical reflection and autonomy of judgement.
With the study of History of Philosophy the student will be able to achieve the following educational objectives.
In terms of knowledge and comprehension:
- understand the historical, epistemological and methodological foundations of historical-philosophical research;
- to know the classics of the history of philosophical thought.
In terms of ability to apply knowledge and understanding:
- to understand the evolution of concepts and ideas from a historical-cultural point of view;
- designing and organizing philosophical thought in order to improve educational contexts.
In terms of autonomy of judgment:
- to deal with the problems of the current era with a critical spirit;
- analyse a problematic situation from different points of view.
In terms of communication skills:
- to be available to the poor;
- Contribute to teamwork.
In terms of learning ability:
- To confront oneself with scientific literature;
- Developing the skills necessary for autonomous research.
teacher profile teaching materials
In its first part (18 hours), the course will offer an overall view which will allow the student to compare the theories of the main authors of Western philosophy.
The second part (18 hours) is devoted to the main theories of happiness, within the framework of Western philosophy, from Socrates to Nietzsche, with a final reflection on the situation in today's culture.
F. Girgenti, S. Aurora, Introduzione alla storia della filosofia. Dai Greci al Novecento, Pearson, Milano-Torino 2022
For the second part, concerning happiness:
F. de Luise – G. Farinetti, I Filosofi parlano di felicità, 2 voll., PBE, Einaudi, Torino 2014 (Mappe 51-52).
A file with the exact list of texts will be uploaded to the teaching platform.
Programme
Can we be happy during our life? The question about happiness in the history of Western philosophy.In its first part (18 hours), the course will offer an overall view which will allow the student to compare the theories of the main authors of Western philosophy.
The second part (18 hours) is devoted to the main theories of happiness, within the framework of Western philosophy, from Socrates to Nietzsche, with a final reflection on the situation in today's culture.
Core Documentation
For the first part of general order:F. Girgenti, S. Aurora, Introduzione alla storia della filosofia. Dai Greci al Novecento, Pearson, Milano-Torino 2022
For the second part, concerning happiness:
F. de Luise – G. Farinetti, I Filosofi parlano di felicità, 2 voll., PBE, Einaudi, Torino 2014 (Mappe 51-52).
A file with the exact list of texts will be uploaded to the teaching platform.
Type of delivery of the course
The course will involve a series of lectures, conducted mainly remotely on the Teams platform. These two modes will be implemented: 1) in synchronous mode, with the possibility of also being present in the classroom. 2) in asynchronous mode, through video-recorded lectures.Attendance
The lectures are all recorded. Attendance at synchronous activities is optional, but highly recommended.Type of evaluation
The final evaluation is conducted through a final written test that takes place in the University's computer labs. In the case of a new occurrence of the health emergency of COVID-19, all provisions regulating the mode of conducting educational activities and student assessment will be implemented. In particular, as for assessment, the following modes will be applied: distance written tests on the Moodle platform and possible distance oral supplementary tests through the Microsoft Teams platform.