Explain the process by which Descartes uses skepticism to refute skepticism, and how he concluded that whatever is clearly and distinctly perceived cannot be doubted. Explain why this project was important for Descartes to accomplish in light of Mediation VI.
Goal: A deeper understanding of the chosen topic. Course Objective(s): CO1: Identify historical beginnings of philosophy and contemporary positions concerning the nature of knowledge and reality CO3: Distinguish the basic concepts of moral and political philosophy CO4: Evaluate arguments for and against the existence of God CO5: Evaluate various approaches to the mind-body problem Task: […]