j) Reality and Appearance
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HZT4U: Reality and Appearance
Having studied a series of approaches to the metaphysical problem of reality and appearance, it is now
time to demonstrate both your understanding of the theories, and your ability to evaluate them.
Crucial to your success will be your ability to organize your ideas and to support them with
specific
reference to details
from class, readings, and lecture.
Part 1:
The following section of the assignment can be done in a number of different ways.
Explain
the metaphysical problem of reality and appearance
.
In your explanation, make sure to
include the following: 1) your own examples to illustrate the problem 2) at least one answer to the
problem that we’ve learned in this unit.
(10 marks)
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Options for Part 1
Written
: approx 1-2 pages
Creative
: A children’s storybook, video, song
Alternative
: If you have an idea how you can demonstrate an understanding of these concepts in
another format, make sure you clear it with me.
In the case of a format that is not formally written, all 10 marks will depend on a demonstration of
understanding and clarity of expression.
In other words, do you understand the concepts, and have you
demonstrated that understanding in a clear and organized way?
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Part 2:
Write a well-organized and well-supported response either supporting or refuting
ONE
of the
following claims:
(approx 2-3 pages, 30 Marks)
a)
Martin Heidegger’s ontological philosophy of BEING is a satisfying middle ground between
Plato and Lao Tze’s approaches to the question of reality and appearance. In this answer, make
sure to explain how you would classify Heidegger: Is he a Dualist? Materialist? Monist? Etc.
b)
The theories of relativity and quantum physics have brought us closer to an answer to the
problem of reality and appearance.
c)
___________ is the best approach to the problem of reality and appearance. (In this case, make
sure you explain
WHY
this approach is better by comparing it to at least
two
other schools of
thought.)
Evaluation
– See the reverse for a detailed explanation of how you will be evaluated on this assignment.
1” Margins, Double Spaced, 12 Point Font, Indent Each Paragraph
Due Date:
Thursday November 13
Written
Part 1:
Explanation of the
problem of reality and
appearance
General statements framing your paragraphs appear at the beginning of
each paragraph – paragraphs are focussed and well organized
Specific details, including examples of your own and an example of an
answer to the problem are provided
General statement, details, examples, and discussion accurately and clearly
explain the problem
/2
/ 4
/4
Part 2:
Argument
Communication
Introductory paragraph presents the thesis - position to be defended or
refuted -
as well as the general areas for each of your two arguments
Main idea of each argument is stated at the beginning of each body
paragraph and connection to the thesis is clear
Idea of each argument is maintained and connected to the evidence
throughout each argument
At least two specific details are given for each argument (details of the
theories, words of the philosophers, etc.)
Arguments successfully support or refute the statement by demonstrating
understanding of the material
Correct spelling and grammar is employed throughout the assignment,
language is clear and well-edited
Total
/40
/6
/3
/5
/6
/5
/5
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