Hi Philosophers!
Here is our final. Grades are due on the 14th of December, So please turn in your final no later than December 12th. Or any time before. This way I have a chance to read and respond to your final. The sooner, the better, but no worries, it is not a point/grade issue. Your tests will be found on Bb, as well as on our podcast.
Our test review will also be on our podcast. Look for your course name and that is your personal review! We will explain what the questions are asking and explain what the basic answers are. Be sure to go beyond this and don’t ignore the end questions, where you are asked to respond on your own.
I’m proud of you and look forward to your final!
Cheers~
Dr. Lee Basham
Final Test:
Final
Social and Political Philosophy
Dr. Lee Basham
Please answer, to the best of your ability, the following questions. Be sure to hear the review on our podcast! https://drlabasham777.podbean.com
- What is the Hegelian model of the resolution of contradictions in ideas? Explain with the example of Freedom and Control. How does Karl Marx apply this to the Material world, the economy? What happens with Feudalism, The Towns and Capitalism? What is “alienation” for Marx? Are you’re the victim of Alienation in your own work? Please explain. What is the end of history according to Marx? How does Capitalism reach this end of history? What is the technological robotic answer to this question? Did Marx see this coming? What is left at the end of history? What is view of Marxism? Please explain.
- What is the Transhumanist argument for immortality? What is the outline of the Dragon-Tyrant story by Nick Bostrom? What is the debate between the people in favor and against? How does, for Bostrom, the child’s remark settle the debate? How do Transhumanists deal with concerns about (1) population growth and (2) boredom with life(s). If you had the opportunity (see, for instance, video link) would you opt for potential immortality or not? Please explain.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QRt7LjqJ45k
- What is the definition of a conspiracy? What is the definition of a conspiracy theory? What is the prior probability of conspiracy? Give examples. What is the “UFO” conspiracy theory? Give an example of it at work. What is Baker’s “No Planes” conspiracy theory? What is his various evidence? (see video link or listen to audio supplied). What is at stake, epistemologically? Were there planes on 9/11 or not? Please explain why you think there were or not.
- Thanks so much! See you all, hopefully in-class, next semester. Miss you all.