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69282-01 - Seminar: Epistemology and Ethics of Ignorance (3 CP)
| Semester | fall semester 2023 |
| Course frequency | Once only |
| Lecturers | Emnée van den Brandeler (vandenbrandeler.emnee@unibas.ch, Assessor) |
| Content | During this seminar, we will discuss the epistemic dimensions of ignorance and its moral implications. The first part of the seminar will cover epistemological questions about the nature of ignorance—what it is to be ignorant. How do we define ignorance, does it come in degrees, can groups be ignorant and so on. In the second part of this seminar, we take various perspectives on the epistemic dimensions of ignorance and apply them to crucial philosophical themes. For instance, which epistemic obligations do we have, and when should we have known? Does ignorance pose a moral excuse for wrongdoings? What role do social processes play in the distribution of knowledge and ignorance about moral norms? What role does ignorance play in social injustices? How can we overcome ignorance and prevent its implications for moral progress? |
| Learning objectives | - Knowledge and understanding of key themes in the epistemology of ignorance - Knowledge and understanding of ethical implications of ignorance - Ability to apply what you have learned in philosophical argumentation and writing - Developing original arguments within ethical debates |
| Bibliography | To be announced in the first session |
| Admission requirements | Nur für Studierende des Faches Philosophie, die alle drei Grundkurse absolviert haben. |
| Language of instruction | English |
| Use of digital media | No specific media used |
| Interval | Weekday | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|---|
| wöchentlich | Tuesday | 12.15-14.00 | Steinengraben 5, Seminarraum gross 302 |
Dates
| Date | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday 19.09.2023 | 12.15-14.00 | Steinengraben 5, Seminarraum gross 302 |
| Tuesday 26.09.2023 | 12.15-14.00 | Steinengraben 5, Seminarraum gross 302 |
| Tuesday 03.10.2023 | 12.15-14.00 | Steinengraben 5, Seminarraum gross 302 |
| Tuesday 10.10.2023 | 12.15-14.00 | Steinengraben 5, Seminarraum gross 302 |
| Tuesday 17.10.2023 | 12.15-14.00 | Steinengraben 5, Seminarraum gross 302 |
| Tuesday 24.10.2023 | 12.15-14.00 | Steinengraben 5, Seminarraum gross 302 |
| Tuesday 31.10.2023 | 12.15-14.00 | Steinengraben 5, Seminarraum gross 302 |
| Tuesday 07.11.2023 | 12.15-14.00 | Steinengraben 5, Seminarraum gross 302 |
| Tuesday 14.11.2023 | 12.15-14.00 | Steinengraben 5, Seminarraum gross 302 |
| Tuesday 21.11.2023 | 12.15-14.00 | Steinengraben 5, Seminarraum gross 302 |
| Tuesday 28.11.2023 | 12.15-14.00 | Steinengraben 5, Seminarraum gross 302 |
| Tuesday 05.12.2023 | 12.15-14.00 | Steinengraben 5, Seminarraum gross 302 |
| Tuesday 12.12.2023 | 12.15-14.00 | Steinengraben 5, Seminarraum gross 302 |
| Tuesday 19.12.2023 | 12.15-14.00 | Steinengraben 5, Seminarraum gross 302 |
| Modules |
Modul: Probleme der Praktischen Philosophie (Bachelor's degree subject: Philosophy) Modul: Probleme der Theoretischen Philosophie (Bachelor's degree subject: Philosophy) |
| Assessment format | continuous assessment |
| Assessment details | To be announced in the first session |
| Assessment registration/deregistration | Reg.: course registration; dereg.: not required |
| Repeat examination | no repeat examination |
| Scale | Pass / Fail |
| Repeated registration | no repetition |
| Responsible faculty | Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, studadmin-philhist@unibas.ch |
| Offered by | Fachbereich Philosophie |