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Archived Version 2017 - 2018
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Description This module presents a general introduction to philosophy and critical thinking. Various philosophical traditions are presented and explored by looking at how various authors have grappled with suffering. The Holocaust of WWII is used to examine both philosophical and personal ways of dealing with the existence of evil and suffering. Personal accounts about the Holocaust and its impact on people's views of suffering are examining through the narratives presented by Viktor Frankl and others in documentaries viewed during lecture time. The impact of different philosophical views on suffering are also examined in light of their impact on ethical issues at the end of life. These discussions are applied to current ethical debates about assisted suicide and euthanasia, in particular how these discussions have been influenced by the Holocaust. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes 1. Identify several major philosophical traditions. 2. Analyse the strengths and weaknesses of philosophical views on suffering. 3. Identify how philosophical perspectives impact a person's position on ethical issues. 4. Explore the role of narrative in philosophy and ethics. 5. Formulate his or her own philosophical position on suffering. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml |
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Indicative Content and
Learning Activities PhilosophyOverview of philosophy and its relevance for nursing and health careViktor Frankl s worldSuffering and its impact on meaningThe problem of sufferingHow philosophy explores the meaning of sufferingGod and evilVarious philosophical approaches to the problem of evilNazi medicineHow could doctors and nurses do what they did in Nazi Germany?Greek philosophyIs the unexamined life not worth living?ExistentialismHow can we live a meaningful authentic life?NietzscheIs morality totally meaningless?NaturalismThe impact of modern science on modern philosophyMeaning and suicideEthics, meaning and end-of-life decisions | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Indicative Reading List
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Other Resources 28783, DVD, 2004, Anne Frank remembered, Culver City, CA, Sony Pictures, 28784, DVD, 2003, Nellie: a life worth living, Poreland, OR, Penumbra, | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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BHS | Bachelor of Science in Health & Society |
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