Compass Prep

This class is designed to introduce students to the basic concepts of philosophical thought patterns throughout history. While we will not strictly be examining the people behind each philosophical movement (i.e., Plato, Aristotle, etc.- though we will touch upon many), we will look at distinct periods of time and the philosophical frameworks that dominated those periods. The core of our studies will examine the philosophical frameworks of Theism, Deism, Secular Humanism, Nihilism, Existentialism, Pantheism, the New Age, and Postmodernism. Using eight basic questions from James Sire’s book The Universe Next Door (6 th edition), students will learn how each of these philosophical frameworks answers these distinct questions and how to apply these questions to all worldviews, both old and new (some other examples include Epicureanism, Stoicism, Marxism, Pragmatism, Relativism, etc) We will illustrate each of these philosophical frameworks by interacting with movie/TV clips relevant to each, readings from various sources, and excerpts from different books/articles. There will be weekly readings, video clips, robust class discussions, quizzes, projects for each Worldview, and a final paper/project. This class will be taught from a Christian perspective.

• Coursestorm Online Enrollment is Free. Course Fee: $450. A $50 non-refundable course enrollment deposit will be billed immediately upon registration and applies toward your overall tuition.  The balance of $400 must be paid by July 1, or select a payment plan of $200 payable by July 1 and November 1.

Acceptable forms of Payment:

• Venmo
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• PayPal. (If you are paying by PayPal, please request an invoice. A 3 percent convenience fee will be charged.)
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Recommended Credit: 1

Class Meets: Tuesdays 1:00-1:55pm

Class Size: Min 6/Max 16

Required Materials: Students are to purchase James Sire’s book The Universe Next Door (6th edition- also available as an audiobook on Audible).

Students will need to use the Internet (YouTube) and a computer (Microsoft Word or a similar word-processing program, Google Slides, PowerPoint, etc.) to complete homework assignments. A three-ring binder or notebook for handouts is also required.

 All Payments are non-refundable