This assignment aligns with Learning Outcomes 1, 4 and 5.
The Thematic Synthesis Essay will be based on two of the philosophical works that students have read so far in the course.
The essay should identify and discuss how two philosophers develop a theme presented in the assigned topic (The Ship of Theseus), through use of the philosophical ideas and arguments presented in Modules 3, 4 or 5.
Directions
Review Metaphysics: Ship of Theseus from Wikpedia.
Read, research and think about the Ship of Theseus thought exercise. Talk about it with your friends. Hash out all the possible philosophical themes that are addressed or raised.
Then, identify possible Philosophical works that we have read this semester that have addressed a theme present in the ship of Theseus thought exercise. Some examples might be: identity, self, objects through time; immortality of soul; criteria for knowledge; nature of reality; bundle theory; or others.
