University of the East - Caloocan
College of Arts and Sciences
DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SCIENCES
School Year 2011-2012
I.
SUBJECT
: Philosophy 111 (ZPL 111/PH203)
II.
COURSE TITLE
: FUNDAMENTALS OF LOGIC AND ETHICS
III.
COURSE CREDIT
: 3 units
IV.
COURSE DESCRIPTION
: This is a course designed to develop and enhance the students’
philosophical analysis through the principles and methods of correct reasoning and argumentation and to apply
such skills in moral and ethical issues. The section on ethics is also designed to acquaint students with
principles that encompasses ethical systems in terms of how good is defined, and how right is defined within
moral precepts.
V.
PREREQUISITE
VI.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
A. General
: NONE
:
: At the end of the course, the student should be able to:
1. Develop the reasoning process of philosophical analysis and critical thinking necessary for identifying and
constructing sound and correct arguments and for applying this skills in understanding ethical issues and
problems.
2. Contribute and integrate the value of moral and ethical principles for personal growth and social
development.
B. Specific
1.
:
At the end of the course, the student should be able to:
Cognitive
a) Identify the importance that logic plays in their oral and written communication skills.
b) Explain that logic is the study of concepts, statements and arguments.
c) Demonstrate by way of examples the systematic requisites of deduction and induction in formulating
sound and correct reasoning.
d) Differentiate the philosophical or non-philosophical issues using logic and to validate such issues
critically and properly.
e) Distinguish different ethical systems and norms of morality.
f) Relate human acts in the light of its means, ends and consequences to the actual ethical experiences.
g) Apply the methods of analysis, judgment and correct reasoning in solving moral dilemmas.
2.
Affective
a)
b)
c)
d)
Demonstrate in their academic and practical endeavors the application of logical principles.
Appreciate their logical and moral reasoning with a strong sense of service to their fellowmen and their country.
Describe with sensitivity ethical issues that affect man in particular and society in general.
Demonstrate development of values of integrity, accountability, and social responsibility.
VII.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS :
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Class participation
Written and reading exercises
Assignments: research work, etc.
Debate and similar group activities
Quizzes
Written and oral examinations
7. Major examinations (Prelims, Midterms and Finals)
VIII.
COURSE CONTENT/OUTLINE
WEEKS /
TOPIC OUTLINE
HOURS
READING
ASSIGNMENTS
A. Introducing Philosophy and
Logic
1. Definition of Logic
2. Brief History
3. Branches of Philosophy
Buenaflor, L. The Art of
Critical Thinking…pp. 1-20
B. Logic and General
1. Definition
2. Truth and Meaning
3. Material and Formal
Objects of Logic
Babor, E. Logic: The
Philosophical
Discipline…pp13-14
3rd week
3 hours
C. Definition of Ideas and Terms
1. Extension and
Comprehension
2. Nature of Terms
4th week
3 hours
D. Judgment/Proposition
1. Definition of Proposition
2. Elements of Proposition
3. Kinds of Propositions
1st week
3 hours
2nd week
SUGGESTED
ACTIVITIES
EVALUATION
Class discussion
Group work
Class
participation
evaluation
Group work
evaluation
Quiz
Class discussion
Group dynamics:
Games/Word
Puzzles /Logical
Problems
Class
participation
evaluation
Group work
evaluation
Quiz
Buenaflor, L. The Art of
Critical Thinking … pp 7588
Class discussion
Group dynamics:
Games/Word
Puzzles /Logical
Problems
Class
participation
evaluation
Group work
evaluation
Quiz
Buenaflor, L. The Art of
Critical Thinking… pp 99110
Class discussion
Group work
Class
participation
evaluation
Group work
Babor, E. Logic: The
Philosophical
Discipline…pp1-12
Copi, I. Intro to Logic
Babor, E. Logic: The
Philosophical
Discipline.,pp53-65
5th to 6th week
5 hours
E. Reasoning (Immediate
Inference)
1. Definition of Inference
2. Immediate Inference
Buenaflor, L. The Art of
Critical Thinking … pp.
111-125
evaluation
Quiz
Class discussion
News or story
analysis: Kinds of
immediate
inferences in
news clippings
and short stories
Class
participation
evaluation
News analysis
evaluation
Quiz
Class discussion
Syllogism
exercises
Class
participation
evaluation
Exercise
evaluation
Quiz
Class discussion
Group work:
Informal Debate
Class
participation
evaluation
Group work
evaluation
Quiz
PRELIMINARY EXAMINATION
7th to 8th week
5 hours
9th week
3 hours
F. Argument/Syllogism
1. Basic Structure
2. Validity, Truth, Soundness
3. Syllogism
 Kinds
 Rules
 Figures
 Moods
Conway D. and Ronald
Munson The Elements of
Reasoning pp5-14; 20-31
G. Fallacies
1. Definition
2. Kinds
Buenaflor, L. The Art of
Critical Thinking … pp. 4374
Fogelin and Walter,
Understanding Argument
pp 31-56
Buenaflor, L. The Art of
Correct Thinking … pp
127-151
Damer, E. Faulty
Reasoning pp 51-128
Tidman and Kahane,
Logic and Philosophy p43
10th week
3 hours
Copi, I. Intro. To Logic
chapters 11 and 12
H. Inductive Logic
1. Enumerative
2. Analogical
3. Mill’s Method
Class discussion
Logical problem
exercises
Class
participation
evaluation
Exercise
evaluation
Quiz
Class discussion
Logical problem
solving
Class
participation
evaluation
Exercise
evaluation
Quiz
Fogelin and Walter,
Understanding Argument
pp256-310
11th to 12th week I. Symbolic Logic
6 hours
1. Symbols
2. Truth Table
3. Rules of Inference
Buenaflor, L. The Art of
Correct Thinking … pp.
179-208
Epstein, R. Propositional
Logic pp1-16
Johnson, R.
Fundamentals of
Reasoning pp180-205
MIDTERM EXAMINATION
13th to 14th week J. Ethics in General
5 hours
1. Definition
2. The Human Acts
3. Essential Elements of
Human Acts
15th week
3 hours
K. The Ends of Human Acts
L. The Norms of Human Acts
Ignacio, A. Man and His
Actions. pp 1- 24
Class discussion
Situation analysis
Class
participation
evaluation
Situation
analysis
evaluation
Quiz
Class discussion
Group activity:
Informal
debate/Identificatio
Class
participation
evaluation
Group activity
Acuna, A. Philosophical
Analysis pp286-334
Glenn, P. Ethics pp. 48-96
M. The Morality of Human Acts
16th
week
3 hours
17th week
3 hours
IX.
Glenn, P. Ethics pp. 97119
Ignacio, N. Man and His
Actions pp. 37-57
Barcalow, E. Moral
M.
Ethical Dilemma and
Philosophy p396
Logical Reasoning
1. The Role of Is and Ought
Boss, J. Ethics for Life
Statements in Ethics
2. Recognizing and
pp23-71
Reconstructing Moral
Arguments
3. Resolving Moral Dilemmas
FINAL EXAMINATION
SUMMARY
Weeks
1st week
2nd week
3rd week
4th week
5th and 6th week
7th – 8th week
9th week
10th week
11th – 12th week
13th – 14th week
15th – 16th week
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
G.
H.
I.
J.
K.
Topics
Introducing Philosophy and Ethics
Logic in General
Definition of Ideas and Terms
Judgment and Proposition
Reasoning (Immediate Inference)
Argument and Syllogism
Fallacies
Inductive Logic
Symbolic Logic
Ethics in General
The Ends and Norms of Human Acts
n of ethical
problem solving
Class discussion
Group activity:
Informal
debate/Identificatio
n of ethical
problem solving
evaluation
Quiz
Class
participation
evaluation
Group activity
evaluation
Quiz
Class discussion
Research task:
Influence of
modern technology
in the morality of
the youth?
Class
participation
evaluation
Research work
evaluation
Quiz
Hours
3
3
3
3
5
5
3
3
6
5
6
17th week
18th week
Major Examinations
L. The Morality of Human Acts
M. Ethical Dilemma and Logical Reasoning
N. Prelim, Midterm, Finals
Total

X.
Week / hours are flexible depending on the length of topic to be discussed.
STUDENT PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT
1. University grading system: 11-point grading system, cumulative
2. Assessment criteria per term (based on university grading system policies)
XI.
Criteria
Term Exam (Prelim, Midterm, Final)
Weight
30%
Average of unit tests and Quizzes
35%
Class Participation
(Class discussion, seatwork,
Group work, assignment)
30%
Personal quality development/value
Integration
5%
TOTAL
100%
REFERENCES/READINGS
Printed Resources
Acuna, Andresito (2000). Philosophical Analysis. UP Press: Philippines.
Buenaflor, Lionel E. (2004). The Art of Critical Thinking. Mandaluyong City: Books Atbp. Pub.
3
3
3
54
Babor, Eddie (2003). Logic: The Philosophical Discipline of Correct Thinking. Philippines: C&E Publishing Inc.
Boss, Judith A. (2001). Ethics for Life. US: Mayfield Publishing Co.
Boylan, Michael. (2000). Basic Ethics. NJ: Prentice Hall.
Barcalow, Emmett (1988). Moral Philosophy: Theories and Issues 2nd Edition. US: Wadsworth.
Conway, David and Ronald Munson (2000). The Elements of Reasoning 3 rd Edition. US: Wadsworth.
Copi, Irving and Karl Cohen (1998). Introduction to Logic. U.S.: Prentice Hall: US.
Damer, Edward (2001). Attacking Faulty Reasoning 4th Edition. U.S.: Wadsworth.
Epstein, Richard L. (2001). Propositional Logic 2nd Edition. U.S.: Wadsworth.
Fogelin, Robert and Walter, Sinnot. Understanding Argument: Introduction to Informal Logic 6 th Edition. Harcourt College
Glenn, Paul J. (1968). Ethics U.S.: B. Herder Book Co.,
Ignacio, Norlito A. (1985). Man and His Actions. Quezon City: Rex Book Store.
Johnson, Robert M. (2002). Fundamentals of Reasoning: A Logic Book 4th Edition. U.S.: Wadsworth.
Rugiero, Vincent (2001). Thinking Critically About Ethical Issues 5th Edition. U.S.: Mayfield Publishing Co.
Shaw, William (2002). Social and Personal Ethics. U.S.: Wadsworth.
Sidgwick, Henry (2000). Essays on Ethics and Methods. Clarenton Press: US, 2000.
Tidman, Paul and Howard Kahane (1999). Logic and Philosophy: A Modern Introduction. U.S.: Wadsworth.
Non-Print Resources
Philosophy_xvid.avi
(2010,
May
17)
Youtube
video
clip.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XKqYer4mQbQ&feature=related
Philosophy Class Presentation (2010, May 17). Youtube
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RpK6xCPbBVQ
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video
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27,
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27,
2011,
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from
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Philosophy, Logic And Reason (2009, December 31). Youtube video clip. Retrieved May 27, 2011, from
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rpI7-HYaX-k&feature=related
Teaching Philosophy & Art Advocacy (2008, August 18). Youtube video clip. Retrieved May 27, 2011, from
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XKqYer4mQbQ&feature=related
What
is Philosophy? (2009, October 10). Youtube
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OfYw9OqD8YA
video
clip.
Retrieved
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27,
2011,
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Online Materials
Fieser, James and Bradley Dowden (n.d.). Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy.
http://www.iep.utm.edu/
Suber,
Peter (2003, February). Guide to Philosophy
http://www.earlham.edu/~peters/philinks.htm
on
the
Internet.
Philosophy. E-Server. http://philosophy.eserver.org/
Philosophy around the Web. http://users.ox.ac.uk/~worc0337/phil_index.html
Philosophy Now (2011 July/August) http://www.philosophynow.org/
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