Revolutionary Ideas: Utility, Justice, Equality, Freedom
- 4.6
Approx. 18 hours to complete
Course Summary
This course explores revolutionary ideas surrounding utility, justice, equality, and freedom. It delves into the philosophical and political theories of thinkers such as John Stuart Mill, Karl Marx, and Friedrich Hayek.Key Learning Points
- Gain a deeper understanding of the key concepts of utility, justice, equality, and freedom
- Explore the theories of influential philosophers and political thinkers
- Reflect on how these ideas have shaped society and continue to impact our world
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Develop a critical understanding of key philosophical and political theories
- Apply these theories to contemporary issues and debates
- Develop skills in critical thinking, analysis, and communication
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Basic understanding of philosophy and political theory
- Access to the internet and ability to watch videos and read articles
- Willingness to engage in critical thinking and reflection
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Online
- Self-paced
- Video lectures
- Reading assignments
- Quizzes
Similar Courses
- Ethics, Morality, and Contemporary Issues
- Political Philosophy: An Introduction
- Social and Economic Networks: Models and Analysis
Related Education Paths
Notable People in This Field
- John Rawls
- Karl Marx
- Friedrich Hayek
Related Books
Description
What is the purpose of government? Why should we have a State? What kind of State should we have?
Outline
- Unit 1: Introduction to Part I of the Course
- Introduction to Part 1
- Lecture 1.1: Political Institutions & Starting Positions
- Lecture 1.2: Peace & Problem Solving
- Lecture 1.3: Choice Points in Designing a State
- Syllabus
- Networks
- Grading
- Argumentative Reflections
- Introduction
- Unit 2: Happiness and Welfare
- Lecture 2.0: Introduction to Happiness & Utility
- Lecture 2.1.0: Happiness, Thomas Hobbes & the State of Nature
- Lecture 2.1.1: Happiness, Thomas Hobbes & Escaping the State of Nature
- Lecture 2.2: Happiness, Welfare & the Scope of the State
- Lecture 2.3.0: Happiness, John Stuart Mill & the Harm Principle
- Lecture 2.3.1: Happiness & the Harm Principle
- Lecture 2.4: A More Constructive Role for the State in Promoting Happiness
- Lecture 2.5: Promoting Happiness: Collective Action Problems, Public Goods, and Free Riding
- Lecture 2.6.0: Promoting Happiness: The Epistemic Power of the State
- Lecture 2.6.1: Promoting Happiness: The Epistemic Power of Deliberation
- Lecture 2.6.2: Promoting Happiness: The Epistemic Power of Large Numbers
- Lecture 2.7: Promoting Happiness: Law & Development
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- Happiness and Welfare
- Unit 3: Justice
- Lecture 3.0: Introduction
- Lecture 3.1.0: Distributive Justice & Utilitarianism
- Lecture 3.1.1: Distributive Justice: Problems with Utilitarianism
- Lecture 3.2.0: Justice: The Capabilities Approach
- Lecture 3.2.1: Justice: The Ten Central Human Capabilities
- Lecture 3.3: Justice: Nozick's Entitlement Theory
- Lecture 3.4.0: Justice: Rawls's Theory of Justice
- Lecture 3.4.1: Justice: Rawls & The Original Position
- Lecture 3.4.2: Justice: Rawls & The Two Principles of Justice
- Relevant Readings
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- Justice
- Unit 4: Equality
- Lecture 4.0: Equality: An Introduction
- Lecture 4.1.0: Equality as a Constraint: Legal & Political Equality
- Lecture 4.1.1: Equality as a Constraint: Re-Examining Political Equality
- Lecture 4.2: Equality as an Objective: Introduction to Egalitarianism
- Lecture 4.3: Equality: Connections Between Material & Political Equality
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- Equality
- Unit 5: Freedom
- Lecture 5.0: Freedom & Autonomy: An Introduction
- Lecture 5.1.0: Freedom & Autonomy: Positive & Negative Freedom
- Lecture 5.1.1: Positive & Negative Freedom & The Role of the State
- Lecture 5.2: Freedom & Autonomy: Individual & Community Freedom
- Concluding Part I, Introducing Part II
- Roundtable Discussion: Question 1
- Roundtable Discussion: Question 2
- Roundtable Discussion: Question 3
- Roundtable Discussion: Question 4
- Reflections on Revolutionary Ideas: A Question & Answer Session with Prof. Guerrero
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- Freedom
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- Engaging and thought-provoking content
- In-depth exploration of revolutionary ideas
- Great supplemental reading materials
- Challenging and stimulating assignments
- Excellent professor and teaching staff
Cons from User Reviews
- Some users found the course too challenging
- Course material may be too political or ideological for some
- Limited interaction with other students
- Course may be too time-consuming for some
- Grading system may be too strict or unclear