Explore critical theories of justice and their modern applications with Harvard's renowned Professor Michael Sandel.
Explore critical theories of justice and their modern applications with Harvard's renowned Professor Michael Sandel.
Dive into the complex world of moral and political philosophy with Harvard's acclaimed Justice course, taught by Professor Michael Sandel. This course offers a comprehensive exploration of classical and contemporary theories of justice, applying philosophical concepts to present-day issues. You'll engage with works by influential thinkers like Aristotle, Locke, Kant, Mill, and Rawls, while tackling controversial topics such as affirmative action, income distribution, same-sex marriage, and human rights. Through critical analysis and thoughtful discussion, you'll learn to examine your own views on these issues, developing a deeper understanding of the philosophical underpinnings of modern social and political debates. This course challenges you to think critically about the nature of justice and its role in our society.
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What you'll learn
Understand fundamental concepts of moral and political philosophy
Analyze classical and contemporary theories of justice
Apply philosophical concepts to modern social and political issues
Evaluate arguments for and against equality, human rights, and affirmative action
Examine the role of markets and income distribution in just societies
Develop critical thinking skills for analyzing complex ethical dilemmas
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Module Description
This course offers a comprehensive introduction to moral and political philosophy, focusing on theories of justice and their applications in contemporary society. Students will engage with classical works by philosophers such as Aristotle, John Locke, Immanuel Kant, John Stuart Mill, and John Rawls, as well as contemporary philosophical writings. The curriculum covers a wide range of topics, including affirmative action, income distribution, same-sex marriage, the role of markets in society, debates about human rights and property rights, arguments for and against equality, and dilemmas of loyalty in public and private life. Through lectures, readings, and discussions, students will learn to critically analyze different philosophical perspectives and apply them to current political controversies. The course encourages students to examine their own views on these issues, developing skills in critical thinking and philosophical argumentation. By the end of the course, participants will have gained a deeper understanding of the philosophical foundations underlying modern social and political debates.
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Harvard's Renowned Political Philosopher and Public Intellectual
Michael J. Sandel, the Anne T. and Robert M. Bass Professor of Government at Harvard University, is a preeminent political philosopher and public intellectual known for his engaging teaching style and thought-provoking works on justice, ethics, and democracy. His legendary course "Justice" has attracted over 15,000 Harvard students and millions more through online platforms. Sandel's influential books, including "What Money Can't Buy: The Moral Limits of Markets," "Justice: What's the Right Thing to Do?," and "The Case against Perfection: Ethics in the Age of Genetic Engineering," have been translated into 27 languages and have sparked global debates on the ethical dimensions of markets, biotechnology, and civic life. His work challenges readers to examine the moral and political implications of contemporary issues, from genetic engineering to income inequality. Sandel's ability to bring philosophy into the public sphere has earned him recognition as "the most relevant living philosopher" and a "rock-star moralist," making complex ethical concepts accessible to a wide audience through his books, lectures, and BBC series.
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