SM 213: Philosophy of Sport

Class Program
Credits 4
Liberal Education Core
Humanities

The philosophy of sport course explores metaphysical, axiological, ethical, epistemological, and aesthetic questions about sport. Critical thinking, writing, and reasoning skills are developed though the examination of topic areas within the philosophy of sport. Topics covered involve aspects associated with foundations of philosophy, exploring the meaning of sport and games, theories of ethics, rights and responsibilities, concepts of morality, questions of social responsibility, equity and fairness in sport, and application of critical reasoning skills. Exploration area: Humanities.

Semester Offered
Spring