Course Description
Arguments concerning God's existence, the problem of evil, God's foreknowledge and human freedom, the analysis of divine attributes, immortality, and the soul.
Syllabus
Student Learning Outcomes, Goals, Objectives:
Students successfully completing this course will be able to:
- Identify different conceptions of the divine.
- Identify the great-making attributes of God.
- Understand, analyze and effectively critique philosophical arguments concerning the coherence or intelligibility of these great-making attribute, taken individually, and in combination.
- Understand, analyze, and effectively critique arguments or reasons put forward to prove or confirm, or disprove or disconfirm, the existence of God.
Course Grading Information:
| Activity/Performance Measure | Percentage/Points |
|---|---|
| Quizzes | 15% |
| Essay Exams | 70% |
| Discussion Boards | 15% |
Grading Scale: A – F, with a modified 10-point scale.
Attendance/Participation:
Class participation is expected.
Course Materials Purchased by the Students:
No course materials are required.
Scholarly Perspectives
This course engages diverse scholarly perspectives to develop critical thinking, analysis, and debate and inclusion of a reading does not imply endorsement.