AP/PHIL2110 3.0 A: Truth, Theory and Superstition
Offered by: PHIL
(Cross-listed to: SC/STS2110 3.0A )
Session
Fall 2025
Term
F
Format
LECT
Instructor
Calendar Description / Prerequisite / Co-Requisite
There are diverse views on how to improve one's understanding of research, even in the case of established natural or social sciences. This course investigates theories of scientific methodology that illustrate the conflict between truth and superstition. Course credit exclusion: AP/PHIL 2110 3.00 (prior to Fall 2012). PRIOR TO FALL 2009: Course credit exclusions: AK/AS/PHIL 2110 3.00.'
Course Start Up
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Professor Dan McArthur
djmc@yorku.ca
Virtual office hours: Zoom office hour meeting 3:00-4:00 PM Tuesday Zoom meetings will be linked on e-class.
Technical requirements for taking the course: Access to internet to view e-class and office hours
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Zoom@YorkU User Reference Guide
Computing for Students Website
Student Guide to eLearning at York University
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How to Think About Weird Things Critical Thinking for a New Age, Theadore Schick JR and Lewis Vaughn, McGraw Hill ISBN10: 1264435266 | ISBN13: 9781264435265.
Fall in Class Test 40%
End of term in Class Test 20%
Term Paper 40%
In Class Lectures
In addition to the themes outlined in the Calander description we will also be emphasizing the current spread of misinformation and error in the media particularly from social media and internet sources. Some themes will include the question of why such poor information is believed and spreads.
Course policies:
Attendance of the lectures is encouraged but not required so long as tests and assignments are completed. Reading schedules TBA.
- Academic Honesty
- Student Rights and Responsibilities
- Religious Observance
- Grading Scheme and Feedback
- 20% Rule
No examinations or tests collectively worth more than 20% of the final grade in a course will be given during the final 14 calendar days of classes in a term. The exceptions to the rule are classes which regularly meet Friday evenings or on Saturday and/or Sunday at any time, and courses offered in the compressed summer terms. - Academic Accommodation for Students with Disabilities
