Courses - Spring 2025
PHPE
Philosophy, Politics, and Economics
Open Seats as of
12/21/2024 at 10:30 PM
PHPE308A
Special Topics in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics; The Philosophy of Aristotle
Credits:
3
Grad Meth:
Reg, P-F, Aud
PHPE308J
Special Topics in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics; Equalities and Inequalities in Ethics, Economics and Philosophy
Credits:
3
Grad Meth:
Reg, P-F, Aud
Cross-listed with PHIL318R. Credit only granted for PHIL318R or PHPE308J.
In this course, we look into some of the ways in which philosophers and economists have discussed the concepts of equality and inequality and why they are or are not morally significant. Writers such as Sen, Piketty, Parfit, Temkin, Dworkin, Anderson and others will be discussed.
In this course, we look into some of the ways in which philosophers and economists have discussed the concepts of equality and inequality and why they are or are not morally significant. Writers such as Sen, Piketty, Parfit, Temkin, Dworkin, Anderson and others will be discussed.
PHPE308P
Special Topics in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics
Credits:
3
Grad Meth:
Reg, P-F, Aud
PHPE308U
Special Topics in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics; Rational Irrationality: What Behavioral Economics can teach us about Behavior and Beliefs
Credits:
3
Grad Meth:
Reg, P-F, Aud
Cross-listed with ECON298B and ISRL249O. Credit only granted for ISRL249O, ECON298B, or PHPE308U.
Between geopolitical strife and growing social divides, understanding what drives people's beliefs and behavior is more imperative than ever. In this interdisciplinary course, we will discuss and explore what Behavioral Economics can teach us about the psychological forces that shape and distort our thoughts, feelings, and behavior. We will learn about the psychological biases and illusions behind stories people tell about the world we live in, as well as how our environment unconsciously influences and guides our behavior. The course will also address the cultural and intellectual roots of Behavioral Economics. We will explore how cultural differences affect society, policy, and business. We will see how the ideas apply to narratives of modern Israel as well as the means of influencing behavior and thinking.
Between geopolitical strife and growing social divides, understanding what drives people's beliefs and behavior is more imperative than ever. In this interdisciplinary course, we will discuss and explore what Behavioral Economics can teach us about the psychological forces that shape and distort our thoughts, feelings, and behavior. We will learn about the psychological biases and illusions behind stories people tell about the world we live in, as well as how our environment unconsciously influences and guides our behavior. The course will also address the cultural and intellectual roots of Behavioral Economics. We will explore how cultural differences affect society, policy, and business. We will see how the ideas apply to narratives of modern Israel as well as the means of influencing behavior and thinking.
PHPE386
Experiential Learning Practicum in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics
Credits:
3 - 6
Grad Meth:
Reg, P-F
Restriction: Junior standing or higher.
For students who wish to gain experience working in research outside the classroom. Pending approval of the department, students may work at a professional site or remotely under professional supervision - your primary supervisor must be a professional in the field. Beyond working at a professional site or under professional supervision, students will have to complete further assignments to receive a passing grade in the course. Students may take PHPE386 for three-six credits, but only three credits will count towards the major requirements. PHPE386 is only open to those with junior standing or above.
PHPE400
Individual and Group Decision-Making
Credits:
3
Grad Meth:
Reg, P-F, Aud
Foundational issues that arise within the theories of rational choice that underlie the treatments of decision-making found in economics, politics, and the other social sciences. The course is focused on individual decisions (rational choice theory), strategic decisions (game theory) and group decisions (social choice theory). In addition to presenting the formal models of decision making, we also discuss to what extent these mathematical theories explain social interactions. An important aspect of the course is to introduce students to the ways in which economic analysis has been applied to issues in social and political philosophy. Readings will be drawn from the literature in economics, psychology, statistics and political science, as well as philosophy.
PHPE401
Social Philosophy and Political Economy
Credits:
3
Grad Meth:
Reg, P-F, Aud
Examines capitalism and socialism as differing modes of economic production through several different theoretical lenses. We begin by examining capitalism and socialism as they developed historically, by looking primarily at the work of Adam Smith and Karl Marx. Then, we turn our attention to one of the most important debates in 20th century economics: to what extent rational economic calculation is possible in a socialist commonwealth. After this we turn our attention to how capitalist and socialist modes of production functioned in practice. We end by turning our attention to the ethics of capitalism and socialism: which mode of economic production is most just?
Credit only granted for PHPE401 or GVPT449E.
PHPE402
Senior Capstone in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics
Credits:
3
Grad Meth:
Reg, P-F, Aud
Restriction: Must be in the Philosophy, Politics, and Economics major; and must have senior standing.
Senior capstone course for the Philosophy, Politics, and Economics major. The exact content of the course will be determined by the instructor who teaches it. The purpose of the course is to pursue sustained inquiry on a narrow philosophical topic, using the tools and methods from economics and political science to help analyze the topic. The course ends with a substantial research paper, where the student should demonstrate an ability to use the tools of philosophy, political science, and economics in his or her analysis.
PHPE408J
Advanced Topics in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics; A Gentle Introduction to Machine Learning
Credits:
3
Grad Meth:
Reg, P-F
Cross-listed with PHIL408F. Credit only granted for PHIL408F or PHPE408J.
This course will introduce students to the main ideas behind machine learning. This includes both the theoretical underpinnings of and the practical tools used to implement machine learning algorithms. Along theway we will touch on a number of philosophical and ethical issues that arise when using machine learning tools. The course will be self-contained. However, while the course does not have any math or programming prerequisites, the course will include programming exercises and will discuss a number of mathematical ideas.
This course will introduce students to the main ideas behind machine learning. This includes both the theoretical underpinnings of and the practical tools used to implement machine learning algorithms. Along theway we will touch on a number of philosophical and ethical issues that arise when using machine learning tools. The course will be self-contained. However, while the course does not have any math or programming prerequisites, the course will include programming exercises and will discuss a number of mathematical ideas.
PHPE408K
Advanced Topics in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics; Philosophy and Law
Credits:
3
Grad Meth:
Reg, P-F
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