1. Select a Philosophy we covered this semester: Choose a specific philosophical school of thought or a particular philosopher from the list of topics provided for this semester. Your chosen philosophy should resonate with you and offer ample opportunities for exploration within the realm of art.
2. Analyze Core Tenets: Identify and critically examine the core tenets, principles, and arguments of your chosen philosophy, focusing on how they relate to art and artistic praxis. Consider how philosophy informs concepts such as beauty, truth, creativity, and interpretation in the context of art.
3. Formulate Arguments: Develop clear and well-supported paraphrased version of the argument that demonstrate your understanding of the chosen philosophy can. Use relevant examples and cite key passages from the text to substantiate your arguments.
4. Philosophical Connections: To demonstrate your philosophical mastery connect the chosen philosophy to another philosophical position we covered this semester. You can compare and contrast it with another philosophical tradition, argue why your chosen philosophy is better at explaining art than another philosophy, make constructive connections between two philosophical positions, etc….
5. Conduct Research: Utilize scholarly sources such as academic journals, books, and reputable websites to gather information about your chosen philosophy or philosopher. Pay particular attention to primary texts or key passages that elucidate the core tenets and ideas of the philosophy.
6. Citations and References: Ensure that you properly cite all sources used in your research paper, including key passages from the text, following a standardized citation style (e.g., MLA, APA, Chicago). Include a bibliography or list of references at the end of your paper.
Demonstrate Reading Knowledge: Reveal your understanding of the chosen philosophy by citing and analyzing key and important passages from the text. Engage with the primary and secondary sources to deepen your analysis and strengthen your discussion of the arguments.
7. Writing Style and Presentation: Write in a clear, concise, and formal academic style. Pay attention to grammar, spelling, and punctuation. Use appropriate terminology and avoid unnecessary jargon. Format your paper according to academic standards, including font size, margins, and spacing.
