Dialectic

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Dialectic A method of argument used for resolving conflict that invovles a conversation between differing opinion Sophists Ancient greek scholars that teach rhetoric They believe in the power of persuasion and relativism in arguments The Enlightenment An intellectual movement that emphasizes individualism and skepticism of traditional authority, impacts politics and philosophy significantly Liberalism A political and moral philosophy Emphasizes individual freedom, equality, and advocacy of human rights Science/ technology Tools and systems that are developed to manipulate the natural world Influences societal structure and thought Autonomy The capacity to make an informed and uncoerced decision Freedom to govern oneself Statue of Glaucus A metaphor used by plato Reflects the idea of corruption and degradation of the original form Likened to how societies can be corrupted over time AMour de soi and amour propre Amour de soi is self love that comes from the basic needs of one person Amour propore is the love of oneself which relies on recognition fron others Often creates competition and conflict Emile/ Social Contract Key works by rousseau discussing education a...