What to expect when you take a philosophy workshop:
Philosophy Workshops emphasize discussion, life experience, self-examination, and practical application.
Philosophy Workshops are led by a philosophy professor committed to accessible language and open conversation. No prior philosophical training is necessary . . . just an open mind, a respectful approach to others, and a sense of humor!
On the first day of each multi-week workshop, the workshop leader will offer an orienting introduction to the philosopher we’ll be studying. For each session, participants will read a short selection of text in advance, and consider some accompanying questions for discussion. Our work throughout the three weeks will include:
Philosophy Workshops are led by a philosophy professor committed to accessible language and open conversation. No prior philosophical training is necessary . . . just an open mind, a respectful approach to others, and a sense of humor!
On the first day of each multi-week workshop, the workshop leader will offer an orienting introduction to the philosopher we’ll be studying. For each session, participants will read a short selection of text in advance, and consider some accompanying questions for discussion. Our work throughout the three weeks will include:
1. Reading slowly and learning to “mine” the text to discover the philosophical insights and practical lessons presented to us. A rewarding challenge! |
2. Lively discussion in which we interpret the text together, think critically about its meaning, and consider how we might apply |
3. Experimentation with applications of inspiring insights. This will get us to try new things and work on personal goals. |
As participants progress through the workshops they will gain greater confidence and independence working with difficult philosophical texts, develop habits of thinking critically and creatively about their own lives, enhance their comfort level in discussion, expand their sense of community, and become practiced at intentional goal setting. In other words, participants will progress in the key habits of the self-directed “examined life.”
