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Philosophy for Everyone begins by explaining what philosophy is
before exploring the questions and issues at the foundation of this
important subject. Key topics in this new edition and their areas
of focus include: Moral philosophy - the nature of our moral
judgments and reactions, whether they aim at some objective moral
truth, or are mere personal or cultural preferences; and the
possibility of moral responsibility given the sorts of things that
cause behavior; Political philosophy - fundamental questions about
the nature of states and their relationship to the citizens within
those states Epistemology - what our knowledge of the world and
ourselves consists in, and how we come to have it; and whether we
should form beliefs by trusting what other people tell us;
Philosophy of mind - what it means for something to have a mind,
and how minds should be understood and explained; Philosophy of
science - foundational conceptual issues in scientific research and
practice, such as whether scientific theories are true; and
Metaphysics - fundamental questions about the nature of reality,
such as whether we have free will, or whether time travel is
possible. This book is designed to be used in conjunction with the
free 'Introduction to Philosophy' MOOC (massive open online course)
created by the University of Edinburgh's Eidyn research centre, and
hosted by the Coursera platform
(www.coursera.org/course/introphil).This book is also highly
recommended for anyone looking for a short overview of this
fascinating discipline.
Philosophy for Everyone begins by explaining what philosophy is
before exploring the questions and issues at the foundation of this
important subject. Key topics in this new edition and their areas
of focus include: Moral philosophy - the nature of our moral
judgments and reactions, whether they aim at some objective moral
truth, or are mere personal or cultural preferences; and the
possibility of moral responsibility given the sorts of things that
cause behavior; Political philosophy - fundamental questions about
the nature of states and their relationship to the citizens within
those states Epistemology - what our knowledge of the world and
ourselves consists in, and how we come to have it; and whether we
should form beliefs by trusting what other people tell us;
Philosophy of mind - what it means for something to have a mind,
and how minds should be understood and explained; Philosophy of
science - foundational conceptual issues in scientific research and
practice, such as whether scientific theories are true; and
Metaphysics - fundamental questions about the nature of reality,
such as whether we have free will, or whether time travel is
possible. This book is designed to be used in conjunction with the
free 'Introduction to Philosophy' MOOC (massive open online course)
created by the University of Edinburgh's Eidyn research centre, and
hosted by the Coursera platform
(www.coursera.org/course/introphil).This book is also highly
recommended for anyone looking for a short overview of this
fascinating discipline.
No Text This standard text has stood the test of time, and is still
in demand, 15 years after its first publication. It shows what
works to help people identify what is wrong in their lives and how
they can bring about change. Social and community workers,
teachers, youth workers, community nurses, and workers in
faith-related settings helped develop the approach and will be
keenly interested in the ideas contained here. .".. a most
important book which should become required reading for intended
and experienced groupworkers alike. ... it describes an approach to
groupwork developed and refined in practice and challenges much
traditional thinking ... this practice paradigm is firmly rooted in
an analysis of oppression, power and change and in clearly
articulated values which inform a commitment to empowerment,
anti-oppressive methods of work and social change. "Issues in
Social Work Education
15 years on from first publication, this new edition of Empowerment
in Action builds on a classic groupwork model that has stood the
test of time and continues to be used as a paradigm for empowerment
across the world today. Through fresh examples and the latest
research, the authors have substantially updated the model to
reflect contemporary social issues and new applications to
groupwork.
Offering a step-by-step method that is applicable across all
settings, this book will help people to identify, take control and
bring about change in their own lives.
This is an essential read for anyone interested in groupwork,
whether as a student, practitioner, trainer, service user or
community member.
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