Humes Ways of Expressing Propositions Questions

December 17, 2022

Description
purpose
The Reading Assignment contains (usually) two questions pertaining to short sections of (usually) primary sources. Primary sources are the original writings of important philosophers, not textbook accounts, summaries, or expert explanations of original writings. (Expert explanations, textbook accounts, etc. are called ‘secondary sources.’) The primary sources are (usually) provided as links to free online sources. Detailed instructions identify the exact passages to read.
Please note that this is NOT a research assignment. You should NOT search for additional information on the text(s) or its author(s) or try to find ‘the right answers’ to the Reading Assignment Questions. Rather, you should ‘struggle’ with the text(s) and make sure to answer all parts of the questions completely and thoroughly to the best of your understanding.
Your Reading Assignment submission will be checked for plagiarism. See syllabus for plagiarism policy and academic integrity guidelines.
The Reading Assignment is due by the due date specified in the course calendar. Late submissions (as marked by Canvas) will result in ‘0’ points for the Reading Assignment. Please make sure to carefully follow the directions provided and adhere to the deadline specified in the course calendar.
Directions
David Hume: An Enquiry Concerning Human Understanding (Links to an external site.). Please read Part I and Part II of Section IV (Sceptical Doubts Concerning the Operations of the Understanding).
After careful reflection, please answer the following questions:
David Hume distinguishes two kinds of insights (or propositions – the statements in which such insights are expressed). How would you describe his distinction in your own words, using your own examples? Please make sure to be specific, and carefully explain your reasoning.
What is the problem, for Hume, with observing the cause-and-effect relationships necessary for our understanding of the natural world? Can you provide an example? Carefully explain your reasoning.
Your response to each question should be about 300 – 400 words in length, but please feel free to be as detailed as you wish. Your responses must be written in full sentences, logically structured, using proper grammar and spelling, and appropriate style. It is recommended that you write out your answers using a word processing program and copy and paste the completed response. This will avoid loss of work in case of internet outage, etc. Always keep a backup copy of all written work.
Due Date
The due date for your Reading Assignment is specified in the course calendar.
Evaluation
Your Reading Assignment will be evaluated on the basis of the Reading Assignment Rubric.
Value
This Reading Assignment is worth 20 points toward your total score for this course. Please see syllabus for details.
Rubric
Reading Assignment Rubric (1)
Reading Assignment Rubric (1)
Criteria Ratings Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAnswer Question 1 8 to >7.0 pts
Accomplished
All aspects of question are answered. Answer is comprehensive, thorough, and fully supported by sound reasoning. 7 to >4.0 pts
Solid
Some aspects of question remain unanswered, and/or answer lacks detail and/or is not fully supported by sound reasoning. 4 to >0.0 pts
Developing
Most or all aspects of question remain unanswered, and/or answer is extremely brief and/or not supported by sound reasoning. 0 pts
No submission
8 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAnswer Question 1 8 to >7.0 pts
Accomplished
All aspects of question are answered. Answer is comprehensive, thorough, and fully supported by sound reasoning. 7 to >4.0 pts
Solid
Some aspects of question remain unanswered, and/or answer lacks detail and/or is not fully supported by sound reasoning. 4 to >0.0 pts
Developing
Most or all aspects of question remain unanswered, and/or answer is extremely brief and/or not supported by sound reasoning. 0 pts
No Submission
8 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeLanguageUse of Standard, Written English 4 to >3.0 pts
Accomplished
Answers are logically structured and presented in complete sentences in proper written English. No or very few grammar or spelling errors are present. 3 to >2.0 pts
Solid
Answers are not completely logically structured or presented in sentence fragments and/or contain some grammar and/or spelling errors. 2 to >0.0 pts
Developing
Answers lack logical structure and are presented in sentence fragments and/or contain substantial grammar and/or spelling errors. 0 pts
No Submission
4 pts
Total Points: 20

Humes Ways of Expressing Propositions Questions

RUBRIC

Excellent Quality

95-100%

Introduction

45-41 points

The context and relevance of the issue, as well as a clear description of the study aim, are presented. The history of searches is discussed.

Literature Support

91-84 points

The context and relevance of the issue, as well as a clear description of the study aim, are presented. The history of searches is discussed.

Methodology

58-53 points

With titles for each slide as well as bulleted sections to group relevant information as required, the content is well-organized. Excellent use of typeface, color, images, effects, and so on to improve readability and presenting content. The minimum length criterion of 10 slides/pages is reached.

Average Score

50-85%

40-38 points

More depth/information is required for the context and importance, otherwise the study detail will be unclear. There is no search history information supplied.

83-76 points

There is a review of important theoretical literature, however there is limited integration of research into problem-related ideas. The review is just partly focused and arranged. There is research that both supports and opposes. A summary of the material given is provided. The conclusion may or may not include a biblical integration.

52-49 points

The content is somewhat ordered, but there is no discernible organization. The use of typeface, color, graphics, effects, and so on may sometimes distract from the presenting substance. It is possible that the length criteria will not be reached.

Poor Quality

0-45%

37-1 points

The context and/or importance are lacking. There is no search history information supplied.

75-1 points

There has been an examination of relevant theoretical literature, but still no research concerning problem-related concepts has been synthesized. The review is just somewhat focused and organized. The provided overview of content does not include any supporting or opposing research. The conclusion has no scriptural references.

48-1 points

There is no logical or apparent organizational structure. There is no discernible logical sequence. The use of typeface, color, graphics, effects, and so on often detracts from the presenting substance. It is possible that the length criteria will not be reached.