PHL 355 Short Essay #1: Cartwright (1983) argues that explanations

Cartwright (1983) argues that explanations where causes work together to produce an effect typically cite laws which fail to state the facts. Summarize her argument for this point, and critique it. Students will write two short essays, from 1000 to 1500 words. You will choose from a small set of topics drawn from the readings. […]

PHL 307 First Essay Criteria: Augustine’s The Teacher (De magistro).

  The first essay covers Augustine’s The Teacher (De magistro). Write a paper on one of the topics listed below. Your paper should be 1500-2000 words and will be worth 35% of your final grade. Please upload your paper to Quercus. The lateness penalty is 1/3 of a letter grade per day, to a maximum of three days. Any […]