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课程概述

When do governments deserve our allegiance, and when should they be denied it? This course explores the main answers that have been given to this question in the modern West. We start with a survey of the major political theories of the Enlightenment: Utilitarianism, Marxism, and the social contract tradition. In each case, we begin with a look at classical formulations, locating them in historical context, but then shift to the contemporary debates as they relate to politics today. Next, we turn to the rejection of Enlightenment political thinking, again exploring both classical and contemporary formulations. The last part of the course deals with the nature of, and justifications for, democratic politics, and their relations to Enlightenment and Anti-Enlightenment political thinking. In addition to exploring theoretical differences among the various authors discussed, considerable attention is devoted to the practical implications of their competing arguments. To this end, we discuss a variety of concrete problems, including debates about economic inequality, affirmative action and the distribution of health care, the limits of state power in the regulation of speech and religion, and difficulties raised by the emerging threat of global environmental decay....

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SS

Jul 1, 2020

The lectures are easy to understand, the reading materials informative. I thoroughly enjoyed this course and any beginner will be able to grasp the technicalities of Moral Politics after this Course.

MS

Sep 16, 2015

excellant work dont by Dr Ian Shapiro and staff on putting such a mind turning,thought provoking MOOC on a complex and ever controversial subject known as POLITICS!..I hope to see more from them soon

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创建者 Paulo C A S

Mar 14, 2017

A very good course, with an excellent presentation by Professor Shapiro, in a suitable and current theme. I was very accomplished in having it completed.

创建者 Lucas O

Feb 25, 2021

Through this course I was able to acquire more knowledge and dedication within my studies and professional areas, it was one of the best things I chose.

创建者 Ted A F

Apr 5, 2021

This was one of the best courses I've ever taken, anywhere. A truly informative and memorable experience. Professor Shapiro was superb on all counts!

创建者 Gianluca P

May 17, 2020

great course..it refreshed me a lot of knowledge i've gathered during my master degree on international relations.. professor Shapiro is simply amazing

创建者 Anita D

Apr 13, 2020

A must learn! Prof. Shapiro really explained the materials comprehensively in an organized way with examples. Interesting and thought-provoking topics!

创建者 Carlos E R B

Jul 10, 2017

great course. It opened my mind and interests about politic theories and democracy. Great professor too, I don´t have any doubt left about the lessons.

创建者 Khairunnisaa' B S

Sep 29, 2021

The way the course was conducted could be differentiated. I appreciated the discussion between students but at times, it made the lecture too lengthy.

创建者 Thomas O

Mar 16, 2021

Very interesting and engaging lectures. Useful reading and materials. An all-round excellent introduction to politics and associated moral philosophy.

创建者 Toh P Q

Aug 18, 2020

Interesting and exciting course that challenge points of view and explores major theorists of morality politics and economics over the past centuries.

创建者 valorie h

Aug 28, 2016

This is a thinking man/woman course. Extremely interesting and enlightening. Professor Shapiro explains everything very concisely. I learned a lot!

创建者 Lucivânia N d S F

Jan 14, 2024

This course is wonderful! The Professor Shapiro is one of the best Professors on the Coursera, perhaps the best. I am very grateful for the classes.

创建者 Summer D

Jun 8, 2022

One of my favorite courses ever on coursera. It is so fascinating to dig deep into this history and theory. Great presentation and great instructor.

创建者 Mykola S

Feb 1, 2021

A very informative course that will be useful to anyone who is working in the public sphere. It is a great pleasure to learn from Professor Shapiro.

创建者 Emilia V

Apr 20, 2020

I feel in love with the history and the culture politics have. I wasn't sure if I would like these amazing topics but they turned to be interesting.

创建者 Ga-Eun K

Aug 8, 2020

It well structured that you can understand the basic thoughts of political arguments and thoughts even you have not learnt about this topic before.

创建者 Ricardo G

May 25, 2020

Excelente curso, es comprensible completamente, aunque no se dicte en mi lengua materna. El profesor Shapiro muy claro en sus conceptos y ejemplos.

创建者 Gethro O

Apr 27, 2020

Awesome. Great instructor, and the intimate setting of the instructor and the two students makes me feel like I'm learning with them by their side

创建者 Deleted A

Oct 1, 2019

Very interisting course to understand the roadmap of politics. This course can be taken by any person, even if you are not interested in politics.

创建者 Konstantinos Z

Dec 11, 2017

I have studied dozens of courses from engineering and physical sciences to economics and finance. This was one of the most interesting and insig

创建者 Marllon S

Oct 18, 2015

Excellent course provided by Yale University. It helped me to better understand the foundations of our modern society. I definitely recommend it.

创建者 Thayná R d O

Jun 28, 2022

Um dos melhores cursos que ja fiz, simplesmente sensacional. A plataforma ajuda muito, alem das legendas e leituras que disponibilizam para nós.

创建者 Шарлай Я С

Mar 24, 2022

Excellent course. My knowledge in the field of politics and philosophy in the context of activity has greatly increased. Thanks for the course.

创建者 Helen S

Dec 30, 2020

Excellent course; professor adds to the material with insights that are making me reassess some long held prejudices. Thank you, Prof Shapiro.

创建者 Sylvestre N

Jan 18, 2020

This program frankly is great. It will allow me to understand how moral foundation of Politics works and will strengthen my politics knowledge.

创建者 Yves B

May 6, 2025

I found there was much more to discover about political philosophy than I expected to, and learned lots about the US and UK political systems.