PERSONAL PHILOSOPHICAL OUTLOOK PRESENTATION

Objective – Provide an informative message which reflects your philosophical outlook on life each of the 5 major themes addressed in class (metaphysics, epistemology, political theory, theology, and ethics)

GUIDELINES

1)Create a personal philosophical outlook that synthesizesyour knowledge of philosophical concepts learned in class to your life.

Some things to think about when putting together your presentation:

  1. What content did you learn this year that resonates w/ you?
  2. What things are important in your life right now that may connect to what you’ve learned?
  3. How can you build upon the knowledge you’ve gained in this course for life in the future?
  4. Does your philosophy have a logical or practical application?
  5. What are the possible implications regarding your philosophy?

2)Choose a minimum of one source that reflects your philosophical outlook. How does it connect to knowledge gained in Philosophy class?

  1. How does this source (music, film, reading, passion, relationship, etc.) reflect your philosophical outlook
  2. Incorporate the “worldview” of the author(s) of the source(s)and analyze how it might explain their philosophy and/or connect with your “worldview.”
  3. How does your analysis of the author/source’s worldview help you gain empathy?

3)Use virtuous judgment with appropriateness of material 

  1. No Rated “R” movies/clips (even if the clip is appropriate), foul language in music, etc.

b. Contact Mr. Wright w/ any concerns (if you’re unsure, ASK!)

INFORMATIVE RUBRIC (8 pts)

8Student work is unusually informative. At least 2 sources show rich and very useful information WHICH SYNTHESIZE WHAT WAS LEARNED IN CLASS. The presentations shows understanding of what was learned in class, how it can be applied & why it gives specific meaning to your life.

7Student work is informative. At least one source shows useful information that clearly synthesizes what was learned in class.

6Student work is informative. At least one source shows understanding of what was learned and how it can be applied. Information provided is at least 80% accurate.

CREATIVITY RUBRIC (4 pts)

4Student work is unusually creative. At least 1 idea / method / material is original and shows imagination, insight, and style. The presentation takes a risk. The audience is highly responsive to the work.

3Student work is creative. One idea / method / material is original and shows some imagination, insight, and style.

2Student work is original. Although materials and ideas are original, little insight and creative style are shown.

ORGANIZATION RUBRIC (3 pts)

3Student work is highly organized. The performance addresses the goal of the presentation with a logical flow - introduction, body and conclusion. A works cited is provided to the instructor before the presentation. A coherent and logical visual is provided for the audience. The presenters use the full time allotted to the presentation. (10-15min.)

2Student work is organized. All of the above expectations are accomplished except one.

1Student work is organized. More than one of the above expectations are not accomplished