11 Philosophy
11PHL Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Dr C. Gavin.
Recommended Prior LearningNone, however Year 9 or Year 10 philosophy is beneficial.
The year 11 Philosophy Course aims to foster students’ independent thinking through a variety of interactive tasks that promote breadth and depth of argument when conceptualising their ideas.
Skills
Mature collaborative discussion
Evaluating alternative viewpoints
Analyse and construct arguments
Explicit development of specific critical thinking skills
Exploring students' own creative thinking
Topics Covered
Critical thinking and Metacognition skills
History of Ideas
Challenges to Ethical Theories
Ethics of War and Punishment
Comparison of key belief systems in Religions
Psychology and Human Behaviour
Students will have the opportunity to take a leadership role in the EGGS Philosophy day facilitating activities and discussions.
Future areas of interest and study: Philosophy is the ultimate "transferable work skill." With its emphasis on ethics, reason and argumentation, philosophy is an excellent preparation for a career in: law, religion, business, international diplomacy, social work, health, education or academia.
Course Overview
Term 1
1. Critical Thinking Skills - logic, argumentation and metacognition tools.
2. History of Ideas - big ideas through the ages
3. Ethical Theories - challenges for key ethical beliefs
Term 2
Applied Ethics - ethics of punishment & War ethics.
Term 3
Comparative Religions -Exploring a variety of religions and reasons for beliefs.
Term 4
Psychology and human behaviour - Psychology experiments & personality traits and influences.
Assessment Policy & Procedures Course Costs and Equipment/ Stationery requirements