Lecture, three to four hours; discussion, one hour (when scheduled). Preparation: one philosophy course. Intensive study of one or two current topics in philosophy of biology, which may include structure of evolutionary theory, fitness, taxonomy, reductionism, concept of biological species, and biological explanation. P/NP or letter grading.

Review Summary

Clarity
8.3 / 10
Organization
8.3 / 10
Time
5-10 hrs/week
Overall
8.3 / 10

Reviews

    Quarter Taken: Spring 2023 In-Person
    Grade: A+

    The class discusses interesting concepts, especially if you are interested in evolutionary theories and stuff. My TA was helpful, and the grading was fair. The only thing is that there's only audio recording for the lecture, which has bad quality sometimes and might take you hours to listen to if you miss a class.

Course

Instructor
Joshua Armstrong
Previously taught
23S 20F 19W

Grading Information

  • No group projects

  • Attendance not required

  • 1 midterm

  • 10th week final

  • 100% recommend the textbook