Philosophy and intercultural dialogue [ LFILO1360 ]
3.0 crédits ECTS
30.0 h
1q
Teacher(s)
Frogneux Nathalie ;
Language
French
Place of the course
Louvain-la-Neuve
Prerequisites
An introductory philosophy course and reading knowledge of English.
Main themes
We shall proceed in two steps: 1. An examination of Western philosophical notions concerning interculturalism and philosophy's interest in foreign cultures; 2. An examination of selected Asian and African conceptions of interculturalism and the role of non-Western cultures in the philosophical project as such.
Aims
The aim of this course is to examine the cultural dimension of philosophical reflection and the role of interculturalism in philosophical thinking. Furthermore, the course introduces the students to the basic tenets of non-Western thought.
Evaluation methods
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Other information
Supporting material: Bibliographical references given during the course.
