PHILOS C156
Topics in Political Philosophy
Description: Lecture, three hours; discussion, one hour. Analysis of some basic concepts in political theory. May be repeated for credit with consent of instructor. May be concurrently scheduled with course C247. P/NP or letter grading.
Units: 4.0
Units: 4.0
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Winter 2018 - 10/10 recommend. I have never felt the need to review a professor before, but Brad is by far one of the best lecturers in the philosophy department. His lectures are extremely clear, well organized, and easy to follow. He has a dry sense of humor, and his demeanor makes him very approachable. The class readings are generally sent out by email, are reasonable length, and cost nothing-- proactive students are in a great position to stay on top of it. His classes consists of 2 in class exams and 2 papers. The first paper was returned with a full printed page of feedback (SO organized and helpful). Brad makes himself EXTREMELY available for students outside of class, especially during the exam/paper weeks. With that being said, it is important to utilize his office hours for any unclarity. He expects accurate and precise work-- this class is not an easy A, but every student will agree that Brad plays his part to help students be successful. If you are tired of vague, ambiguous philosophy lectures and want some structure in your life, Brad is the guy for you.
Winter 2018 - 10/10 recommend. I have never felt the need to review a professor before, but Brad is by far one of the best lecturers in the philosophy department. His lectures are extremely clear, well organized, and easy to follow. He has a dry sense of humor, and his demeanor makes him very approachable. The class readings are generally sent out by email, are reasonable length, and cost nothing-- proactive students are in a great position to stay on top of it. His classes consists of 2 in class exams and 2 papers. The first paper was returned with a full printed page of feedback (SO organized and helpful). Brad makes himself EXTREMELY available for students outside of class, especially during the exam/paper weeks. With that being said, it is important to utilize his office hours for any unclarity. He expects accurate and precise work-- this class is not an easy A, but every student will agree that Brad plays his part to help students be successful. If you are tired of vague, ambiguous philosophy lectures and want some structure in your life, Brad is the guy for you.
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Winter 2024 - Calvin Normore is one of the gems in the UCLA philosophy department. Although he might not be as structured as Tyler Burge (the absolute GOAT), he is full of knowledge and is very ready and willing to share it with you. This course structure that was proposed in the beginning of the quarter was very loosely followed, with Normore just feeling it out as he went, but it makes sense if you attend his lectures. He doesn't require attendance, but if you go, you will understand why his course structure is so loose. Normore is ready to engage in all sorts of conversations with students, prompting them to think in different ways, and really bringing nuance to questions that seem so commonsensical. If you don't actively participate in lecture, then you probably won't like the class, but if you are engaged, it is one of the best courses offered in the Philosophy department. In terms of grading, it really just depends on your TA. Normore personally graded my papers, and if you talk to him about what you want to write about during office hours so he can check for any errors in your thinking, you can basically guarantee the A.
Winter 2024 - Calvin Normore is one of the gems in the UCLA philosophy department. Although he might not be as structured as Tyler Burge (the absolute GOAT), he is full of knowledge and is very ready and willing to share it with you. This course structure that was proposed in the beginning of the quarter was very loosely followed, with Normore just feeling it out as he went, but it makes sense if you attend his lectures. He doesn't require attendance, but if you go, you will understand why his course structure is so loose. Normore is ready to engage in all sorts of conversations with students, prompting them to think in different ways, and really bringing nuance to questions that seem so commonsensical. If you don't actively participate in lecture, then you probably won't like the class, but if you are engaged, it is one of the best courses offered in the Philosophy department. In terms of grading, it really just depends on your TA. Normore personally graded my papers, and if you talk to him about what you want to write about during office hours so he can check for any errors in your thinking, you can basically guarantee the A.
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