What premises does she start from?  How does she use these premises to reach her conclusion?  

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250-500 word argument analysis in addition to a separate 250-500 word critical discussion of any paper of their choosing from the course.  Students may choose an already assigned paper or a paper that we will discuss in the future.

An argument analysis is not a summary. Instead, an analysis tells the reader what the main argument of the article is.  It should state clearly what the author’s thesis is and how she defends it.  What premises does she start from?  How does she use these premises to reach her conclusion?  Further, your essay should include a thorough explanation of each premise.

A critical discussion is not a review of an article.  Instead, a critical discussion provides an assessment of the main argument of the article. It should raise substantive criticisms of the main argument of the article being discussed.  Does the author reason from false premises?  Do her premises fail to adequately support her conclusion?  Are their potential objections that she does not consider?

Some Advice

  • While you’re free to choose any paper that’s assigned in the course, you want to make sure the paper you choose has enough substantial argument to analyze and criticize.For this reason, it may be best to avoid the pieces by Smith and Lewis.  To be sure, it is possible to write interesting things about these articles but historically students have had trouble finding interesting things to say about them.
  • Be careful how you organize your paper. You want to make sure you present your ideas in the order that makes things clearest for the reader.  This means working through multiple drafts.  Under no circumstances, should you cram all your ideas into a single paragraph.
  • When you claim that a writer said something, tell me where they said it. Both paraphrases and quotes should be accompanied by a page number
  • Don’t write as if your audience already agrees with you. Assume your audience is skeptical and you have to convince them. Consider how the skeptical reader might respond to what you say.

 

 

 

Defend the theory by giving reasons for rejecting all or some of these objections in the literature

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1. Causation
Expository Part: What do you take to be the most promising formulation of a reductionist theory to causation, and what are some of the most important objections that have been directed against the account in question?
Original part: Either
• 1. defend the theory by giving reasons for rejecting all or some of these objections in the literature (and then introduce some possible objections to your defense and a further defense against such possible objections to your defense) or
• 2. modify the theory of causation to take account of these objections in the literature that you (and then introduce some possible objections to your modified theory and a further defense against these possible objections to your modification along with your reply to those possible objections) or
• 3. give new objections to the theory not found in the readings (and then introduce some possible objections to your new objections and a further defense against such possible objections to your new objections.)

What do we have to know to understand human rights conflicts between secular and non secular nations?

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TOK presentation in IB school, 8 slides + titul+ referencies, in line with BUT individual and 10-12 minute total. 1200 words. first slides has to be less then 150 words, slides with claims and conclusions – up to 300.
theme of presentation: What do we have to know to understand human rights conflicts between secular and non secular nations?
the reason for this theme is the news ( about cocentration “reeducational” cams in Xinjiang, PRC.
Teacher recomend to talk about (but not only) : Secularism and non secularism, from medieval Catholicism to Enlightenment philosophy, Rousseau and Locke and individual rights and government, non-secular Middle East, Is China non secular?
Please be simple – student is on Secondary IV in IB school, english is not native.

What does it mean to say that the mind is ‘massively modular’?

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What does it mean to say that the mind is ‘massively modular’? Your answer should be 150 words or less in length. Answer in complete, grammatically correct sentences and make your answer clear and precise. No need for citation.

What criticisms does Walzer make of the state of Israel in this regard?

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In Michael Walzer’s view, what is one of the most important differences for Jews—speaking in terms of political situation—between living in exile and living in their own state? How have Jews in Israel responded to this problem? What criticisms does Walzer make of the state of Israel in this regard? What is your response to his critique?

Clarify the general difference between Utilitarian and Deontological / Kantian ethics on problem of Lying

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LIES and LYING: (2-4 Sources)
Moral Theories, clarifying the
general difference between Utilitarian and Deontological / Kantian ethics on
problem of Lying; The strengths and weaknesses of Kant’s views in particular; and
how these ideas relate or apply to a pop culture or current events example, for
example, a TV show or Hollywood film, or a good scene from a film, politicians or
presidents’ Lies, etc.

Here’s one link you could use.

Where did the moon come from?

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Where did the moon come from?
Whats the future of humans in space?
The extraordinary behavior on Moon

Compare similarities and differences between major theoretical concepts of ethics (Deontology versus Teleology) using the SPORTS examples below.

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In a 5 page essay paper, respond to the following:

1. Compare similarities and differences between major theoretical concepts of ethics (Deontology versus Teleology) using the SPORTS examples below. Please use the following SPORTS cheating scandals as examples in comparing the theoretical concepts:

• Bill Belichick and The Spy Gate Scandal
• Black Sox Scandal 1919
• Houston Astros sign stealing scandal
• Marion Jones Doping Scandal
• Ben Johnson Doping Scandal
• The 2000 Spanish Paralympics Team
• Lance Armstrong doping scandal
• East German Olympic Female Swimmers ’68-’80
• The CCNY Point Shaving Scandal
• NBA Referee Tim Donaghy Betting on games he officiated.

2. Compare at least five ETHICAL theories from Chapters 3 & 4 of the book below “Ethics and Morality in Sport Management” with corresponding examples. Please use in Citation.
References
Desensi, J. T., & Rosenberg, D. (2003). Ethics and Morality in Sport Management . Morgantown, WV: FiT Publishing. ISBN: 978-1-935412-13-7

Chapter 3, “Major Ethical Theories I” This chapter provides an overview of ethical theories and the tenets of several of these theories, such as teleological and deontological. It also provides guidance on testing a maxim, which is helpful when choosing a theory as a basis for decision making

Chapter 4, “Major Ethical Theories II” This chapter centers on theories of justice, the concepts of rights, and the application of theories in a sport context.

• Support your writing with concrete examples from your personal experience, observations, and the Learning Materials. Be sure to use proper APA citations where appropriate. Cite sources following APA 6th edition guidelines.

• Please use downloaded Rubric in “Additional Materials” for proper framework of paper

• Please use the PDF in “Additional Materials” for additional reference for citations.

• Please use the web sites below for additional reference for citations.

Discuss the Ontological argument for God

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This paper gives two choices for the topic. It is based on Anslem’s Proslogion. One option is to discuss the Ontological argument for God and the other is to summarize and critique both of Gauntilo’s replies to the ontological argument and Anslem’s rejonder. The paper format is really not a big issue at all. Just use double spaced and 12 pt. font.

Is Kant correct that there is a significant moral difference? Why, or why not?

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Papers should be about 1500 words. Papers should be double-spaced and single-sided, in a 12-point font. As sources, the best idea is to use only the textbook and your class notes. Quotations or paraphrases from the readings should be cited in-text, e.g. (Aristotle, Nicomachean Ethics, Bk II, p.5). There’s no need for footnotes or a separate bibliography. Do not use other sources. Only use the notes supplied, no citations necessary. State your thesis early and clearly; start with “In this paper, I will argue that…” Happy writing!Question: What distinction does Kant draw between acting from duty and acting in accordance with duty, and why is it significant? Give an example to illustrate. Is Kant correct that there is a significant moral difference? Why, or why not?