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PHL103Arts3 Unitsintermediate

Philosophy of Value(s)

This course introduces the learner to the Philosophy of Value(s). It simplifies the concept of Value(s) which was briefly introduced during the Introduction to Philosophy under the sub-area known as Axiology. Axiology is concerned with the origin, types, and value standards and how value judgments are formed. The course aims at informing and indeed, clarifying to the learner the significance of value(s) in Philosophy.

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48h
Study Time
13
Weeks
4h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Value TheoryAxiologyEthicsMoral PhilosophyValue Judgments

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Value Theory

2

Ethics

3

Moral Concepts

4

Value Judgments

5

Justice

6

Rights

Total Topics6 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Computer Based Test

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Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Value(S)

3h

Unit 1: Value(S)

3 study hours
  • •Define value(s)
  • •State the importance of value(s) as a concept
  • •Mention the different conceptions of value(s)
  • •Mention and explain the different applications of value theory
  • •Identify the relationship between value and philosophy.
Week
2

Module 1: Value(S)

3h

Unit 2: Meaning and Scope of Value(S)

3 study hours
  • •Explain the scope of the concept value
  • •Say the relationship between philosophy and values
  • •State why people value things differently
  • •Define and explain higher values.
Week
3

Module 1: Value(S)

3h

Unit 3: Kinds of Values

3 study hours
  • •State the different kinds of values
  • •Explain the different kinds of values
  • •Identify the characteristics of values
  • •Mention the uses of moral and nonmoral values.
Week
4

Module 1: Value(S)

3h

Unit 4: Distinction between Value Judgments and Factual Judgments

3 study hours
  • •Say what judgment is
  • •Make a distinction between fact and value
  • •Define value judgments
  • •Define factual judgments
  • •Make a distinction between the two by identifying value and factual judgments.
Week
5

Module 2: Moral Philosophy/Ethics

3h

Unit 1: Classes of Value Judgments

3 study hours
  • •Explain the different classes of value judgments
  • •Say the importance or relevance value judgments to human life
  • •Explain why value judgments especially expressive statements cannot be disputed.
Week
6

Module 2: Moral Philosophy/Ethics

3h

Unit 2: Moral Philosophy/Ethics and Divisions of Moral Philosophy

3 study hours
  • •Define moral philosophy/ethics
  • •Mention the divisions of moral philosophy/ethics
  • •Explain the divisions of moral philosophy/ethics
  • •Focus on understanding the different concepts as this would enhance your learning of this unit.
Week
7

Module 2: Moral Philosophy/Ethics

3h

Unit 3: Moral Theory and the Moral Concept: Good

3 study hours
  • •Explain what moral theory is
  • •Define moral philosophy
  • •State and explain moral concept: good
  • •Say what makes philosophers hold contrary views regarding the concept good.
Week
8

Module 2: Moral Philosophy/Ethics

3h

Unit 4: The Moral Concept: Bad

3 study hours
  • •State and explain moral concept: bad
  • •Explain where and how good and bad can be applied
  • •Explain where and how right and wrong can be applied
  • •Show that the concept bad is the direct opposite of the concept good.
Week
9

Module 3: Moral Obligation/Duty

3h

Unit 1: The Moral Concept: Wrong

3 study hours
  • •State and explain the moral concept: wrong on the background of moral theory
  • •Say what makes philosophers hold contrary views regarding the concept wrong.
Week
10

Module 3: Moral Obligation/Duty

3h

Unit 2: Relevance of Moral Theory

3 study hours
  • •Say what theory is
  • •Say what moral theory is
  • •Identify the relevance of moral theory in the consideration of ethical or moral issues in human life and the society at large
  • •Show how moral theory is indispensable in human life.
Week
11

Module 3: Moral Obligation/Duty

3h

Unit 3: Moral Obligation/Duty

3 study hours
  • •Define what moral is
  • •Define obligation
  • •Say what moral obligation is
  • •Make a distinction between duty and obligation.
Week
12

Module 4: Justice

3h

Unit 1: Justice

3 study hours
  • •To define justice
  • •Mention the different conceptions of justice as seen by the ancient Greek philosophers
  • •Say what injustice is
  • •Say what constitutes the criteria of justice by Aristotle.
Week
13

Module 4: Justice

6h

Unit 2: Notions of Justice

3 study hours
  • •Different notions of justice
  • •Explain in clear terms the different notions of justice as you have studied under this unit
  • •Ask yourself if justice can be attained after all
  • •Ask which of the notions of justice makes the attainment possible?

Unit 3: Rights and Natural Rights

3 study hours
  • •Identify what rights are
  • •Identify and say the guarantees of natural rights and who is expected to enjoy these rights
  • •Mention the types and theories of rights.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create concept maps linking Units 1-4 value theory concepts

2

Practice distinguishing between factual and value judgments from Module 2 weekly

3

Compare and contrast ethical theories from Module 3 in detailed charts

4

Apply justice principles from Module 4 to real-world case studies

5

Review all key terms and definitions from each unit

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