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PublisherTaylor & Francis Group

ISBN-100415335639

ISBN-139780415335638

eBay Product ID (ePID)30203448

Product Key Features

Educational LevelHigh School, Elementary School

Number of Pages312 Pages

Publication NamePhilosophy for As and A2

LanguageEnglish

SubjectGeneral

Publication Year2004

TypeStudy Guide

Subject AreaPhilosophy

AuthorStephen Law

FormatPerfect

Dimensions

Item Height0.6 in

Item Weight23.4 Oz

Item Length9.8 in

Item Width7.6 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceElementary/High School

LCCN2003-027166

Dewey Edition22

Dewey Decimal107/.6

Table Of ContentPreface by Nigel Warburton. Introduction: Why Study Philosophy? An Outline Of Philosophy At AS And A2. How To Use This Book. 1. Theory Of Knowledge Introduction. Concluding Remarks. References. Further Reading. Glossary. 2. Moral PhilosophyIntroduction. References. Further Reading. Glossary. 3. Philosophy Of ReligionIntroduction. References. Further Reading. Glossary. 4. Philosophy Of Mind Introduction. Conclusion. References. Further Reading. Glossary. 5. Political Philosophy Introduction. References. Further Reading. Glossary. 6. Philosophy Of Science Introduction. References. Further Reading. Glossary. 7. Essay Writing And Exam Preparation Index

SynopsisPhilosophy for AS and A2 is the definitive textbook for students of Advanced Subsidiary or Advanced Level philosophy courses, structured directly around the specification of the AQA. Following a lively foreword by Nigel Warburton, author of Philosophy: The Basics , a team of experienced teachers devote a chapter each to the six themes covered by the syllabus: Each of the chapters include helpful student-friendly features. a list of key concepts, to introduce students to the topic bite-size sections corresponding to the syllabus topics actual exam questions from previous years suggested discussion questions to promote debate text-boxes with helpful summaries, case-studies and examples an annotated further-reading list directing students towards the best articles, books and websites a comprehensive glossary, providing a handy reference point There is a final chapter on essay writing and exam preparation, designed to help students get to grips with the examination board requirements. Philosophy for AS and A2 is written by a team of expert teachers based at Heythrop College - part of the University of London - which specializes in teaching philosophy and theology., Philosophy for AS and A2 is the definitive textbook for students of Advanced Subsidiary or Advanced Level courses. The book is structured directly around the AQA specification, devoting a chapter each to the six themes covered by the syllabus., "Philosophy for AS and A2" is the definitive textbook for students of Advanced Subsidiary or Advanced Level courses, structured directly around the specification of the AQA - the only exam board to offer these courses. Following a lively foreword by Nigel Warburton, author of "Philosophy: The Basics," a team of experienced teachers devote a chapter each to the six themes covered by the syllabus: AS * Theory of Knowledge * Moral Philosophy * Philosophy of Religion A2 * Philosophy of Mind * Political Philosophy * Philosophy of Science Each of the six themed chapters includes: * A list of key concepts, to introduce students to the topic * Bite-size sections corresponding exactly to the syllabus topics * Actual past exam questions from previous years * Suggested discussion questions to promote debate * Text-boxes with helpful summaries, case-studies and examples * An annotated further reading list directing students towards the best articles, books and websites * A comprehensive glossary, providing a handy reference point There is a final chapter on essay writing and exam preparation, designed to help students get to grips with the examination board requirements., Philosophy for AS and A2 is the definitive textbook for students of Advanced Subsidiary or Advanced Level philosophy courses, structured directly around the specification of the AQA. Following a lively foreword by Nigel Warburton, author of Philosophy: The Basics, a team of experienced teachers devote a chapter each to the six themes covered by the syllabus: Each of the chapters include helpful student-friendly features. a list of key concepts, to introduce students to the topic bite-size sections corresponding to the syllabus topics actual exam questions from previous years suggested discussion questions to promote debate text-boxes with helpful summaries, case-studies and examples an annotated further-reading list directing students towards the best articles, books and websites a comprehensive glossary, providing a handy reference point There is a final chapter on essay writing and exam preparation, designed to help students get to grips with the examination board requirements. Philosophy for AS and A2 is written by a team of expert teachers based at Heythrop College - part of the University of London - which specializes in teaching philosophy and theology.

LC Classification NumberB74.P49 2004