POL287 Concepts in Political Philosophy

Faculty of Social Studies
Autumn 2017
Extent and Intensity
1/1/0. 4 credit(s). Type of Completion: zk (examination).
Teacher(s)
doc. Mgr. Pavel Dufek, Ph.D. (lecturer)
Guaranteed by
prof. PhDr. Stanislav Balík, Ph.D.
Division of Politology – Department of Political Science – Faculty of Social Studies
Contact Person: Mgr. Lucie Pospíšilová
Supplier department: Division of Politology – Department of Political Science – Faculty of Social Studies
Timetable
Wed 13:30–15:00 U32
Prerequisites (in Czech)
POL142 20th Century Pol. Philosophy || POL180 Political Philosophy || SOUHLAS
Schopnost číst odborné teoretické texty v českém :) i anglickém jazyce (tzn. alespoň pasivní znalost), ochota aktivně participovat v diskusích. Tento kurz bude sestávat z krátkých přednášek, po kterých následuje seminární diskuse k tématu vycházející z kratších esejů na zadané téma. Předpokládá se, že studenti/tky budou mít prostudovanou povinnou literaturu a budou se zapojovat do seminárních diskusí.
Course Enrolment Limitations
The course is only offered to the students of the study fields the course is directly associated with.
fields of study / plans the course is directly associated with
there are 20 fields of study the course is directly associated with, display
Course objectives
At the end of the course students should be able to understand fundamental concepts of normative political theory, which can be considered its main building blocs. Based on acquired knowledge, students will be able to identify shifting meanings of concepts such as liberty, equality, political authority etc. Through analyzing the key "cleavages" within the concepts, course participants will be able to critically evaluate their competing interpretations. This will enable them to systematize the major debates and issues of Western political thinking since its inception. The course therefore represents a more analytic complement to the mandatory courses History of Political ideas and Twentieth Century Political Philosophy.
Syllabus
  • 1. Introduction. Course Mission and Organization (22.9.)
  • 2. Political Concepts in Political Philosophy (29.9.)
  • 3. State, Nation and Sovereignty: Genealogy (6.10.)
  • 4. State, Nation and Sovereignty: Contemporary Challenges (13.10.)
  • 5. Political Power, Authority and Legitimacy (20.10.)
  • 6. Rights and Human Rights (27.10.)
  • 7. Liberty and Autonomy (3.11.)
  • 8. Equality (10.11.)
  • 9. Self-study Week (17.11.)
  • 10. Justice (24.11.)
  • 11. Community (1,12.)
  • 12. Democracy and Representation (8.12.)
  • 13. Reserve session (10.12.)
Literature
  • HOLZER, Jan, Pavel MOLEK, Jiří BAROŠ, Pavel DUFEK, Michal MOCHŤAK, Ivo POSPÍŠIL, Petr PRECLÍK and Hubert SMEKAL. Demokratizace a lidská práva. Středoevropské pohledy (Democratization and Human Rights. Central European Perspectives). 1st ed. Brno - Praha: MUNI Press - SLON, 2013, 266 pp. Studie 105. svazek. ISBN 978-80-7419-159-6. info
  • SWIFT, Adam. Politická filozofie : základní otázky moderní politologie. Translated by Denisa Šmejkalová. Vyd. 1. Praha: Portál, 2005, 190 s. ISBN 8071788597. info
  • GAUS, Gerald F. Political concepts and political theories. Boulder, Colo.: Westview Press, 2000, xiv, 288. ISBN 081333330X. info
  • A companion to contemporary political philosophy. Edited by Robert E. Goodin - Philip Pettit. Oxford: Blackwell Publishers, 1995, xiii, 679. ISBN 0631199519. info
Teaching methods
The course consists of shorter lectures and in-class seminars; these two parts of each class are not strictly separated. Students' position papers based on asigned readings are discussed in the seminars.
Assessment methods
Course evaluation has three parts:

(1) Position papers. Students are expected to submit at least five shorter essays or position papers, dealing with a topic (or topics) discussed in the assigned readings. These papers should then serve as a basis for in-class discussions. Each essay will receive 0-5 points, depending on its quality

(2) Final paper. At the end of the exam period, students are expected to submit a longer essay dealing with a topic of individual choice (though related to the course contents). Each paper will receive 0-10 points, depending on its quality

(3) In-class activity (up to 1,5 points each time)

The total point score will then determine the overall grading (50-46p A; 45-41p B; 40-37p C; 36-33p D; 32-30p E; 29p and less F)
Language of instruction
Czech
Further comments (probably available only in Czech)
Study Materials
The course is taught annually.
The course is also listed under the following terms Autumn 2008, Autumn 2009, Autumn 2010, Autumn 2011, Autumn 2012, Autumn 2013, Autumn 2014, Autumn 2015, Autumn 2016.

POL287 Concepts in Political Philosophy

Faculty of Social Studies
Autumn 2016
Extent and Intensity
1/1/0. 4 credit(s). Type of Completion: zk (examination).
Teacher(s)
doc. Mgr. Pavel Dufek, Ph.D. (lecturer)
Guaranteed by
prof. PhDr. Stanislav Balík, Ph.D.
Division of Politology – Department of Political Science – Faculty of Social Studies
Contact Person: Mgr. Lucie Pospíšilová
Supplier department: Division of Politology – Department of Political Science – Faculty of Social Studies
Timetable
Wed 13:30–15:00 P52
Prerequisites (in Czech)
POL142 20th Century Pol. Philosophy || POL180 Political Philosophy || SOUHLAS
Schopnost číst odborné teoretické texty v českém :) i anglickém jazyce (tzn. alespoň pasivní znalost), ochota aktivně participovat v diskusích. Tento kurz bude sestávat z krátkých přednášek, po kterých následuje seminární diskuse k tématu vycházející z kratších esejů na zadané téma. Předpokládá se, že studenti/tky budou mít prostudovanou povinnou literaturu a budou se zapojovat do seminárních diskusí.
Course Enrolment Limitations
The course is only offered to the students of the study fields the course is directly associated with.
fields of study / plans the course is directly associated with
there are 20 fields of study the course is directly associated with, display
Course objectives
At the end of the course students should be able to understand fundamental concepts of normative political theory, which can be considered its main building blocs. Based on acquired knowledge, students will be able to identify shifting meanings of concepts such as liberty, equality, political authority etc. Through analyzing the key "cleavages" within the concepts, course participants will be able to critically evaluate their competing interpretations. This will enable them to systematize the major debates and issues of Western political thinking since its inception. The course therefore represents a more analytic complement to the mandatory courses History of Political ideas and Twentieth Century Political Philosophy.
Syllabus
  • 1. Introduction. Course Mission and Organization (22.9.)
  • 2. Political Concepts in Political Philosophy (29.9.)
  • 3. State, Nation and Sovereignty: Genealogy (6.10.)
  • 4. State, Nation and Sovereignty: Contemporary Challenges (13.10.)
  • 5. Political Power, Authority and Legitimacy (20.10.)
  • 6. Rights and Human Rights (27.10.)
  • 7. Liberty and Autonomy (3.11.)
  • 8. Equality (10.11.)
  • 9. Self-study Week (17.11.)
  • 10. Justice (24.11.)
  • 11. Community (1,12.)
  • 12. Democracy and Representation (8.12.)
  • 13. Reserve session (10.12.)
Literature
  • HOLZER, Jan, Pavel MOLEK, Jiří BAROŠ, Pavel DUFEK, Michal MOCHŤAK, Ivo POSPÍŠIL, Petr PRECLÍK and Hubert SMEKAL. Demokratizace a lidská práva. Středoevropské pohledy (Democratization and Human Rights. Central European Perspectives). 1st ed. Brno - Praha: MUNI Press - SLON, 2013, 266 pp. Studie 105. svazek. ISBN 978-80-7419-159-6. info
  • SWIFT, Adam. Politická filozofie : základní otázky moderní politologie. Translated by Denisa Šmejkalová. Vyd. 1. Praha: Portál, 2005, 190 s. ISBN 8071788597. info
  • GAUS, Gerald F. Political concepts and political theories. Boulder, Colo.: Westview Press, 2000, xiv, 288. ISBN 081333330X. info
  • A companion to contemporary political philosophy. Edited by Robert E. Goodin - Philip Pettit. Oxford: Blackwell Publishers, 1995, xiii, 679. ISBN 0631199519. info
Teaching methods
The course consists of shorter lectures and in-class seminars; these two parts of each class are not strictly separated. Students' position papers based on asigned readings are discussed in the seminars.
Assessment methods
Course evaluation has three parts:

(1) Position papers. Students are expected to submit at least five shorter essays or position papers, dealing with a topic (or topics) discussed in the assigned readings. These papers should then serve as a basis for in-class discussions. Each essay will receive 0-5 points, depending on its quality

(2) Final paper. At the end of the exam period, students are expected to submit a longer essay dealing with a topic of individual choice (though related to the course contents). Each paper will receive 0-10 points, depending on its quality

(3) In-class activity (up to 1,5 points each time)

The total point score will then determine the overall grading (50-46p A; 45-41p B; 40-37p C; 36-33p D; 32-30p E; 29p and less F)
Language of instruction
Czech
Further comments (probably available only in Czech)
The course is taught annually.
The course is also listed under the following terms Autumn 2008, Autumn 2009, Autumn 2010, Autumn 2011, Autumn 2012, Autumn 2013, Autumn 2014, Autumn 2015, Autumn 2017.

POL287 Concepts in Political Philosophy

Faculty of Social Studies
Autumn 2015
Extent and Intensity
1/1/0. 4 credit(s). Type of Completion: zk (examination).
Teacher(s)
doc. Mgr. Pavel Dufek, Ph.D. (lecturer)
Guaranteed by
prof. PhDr. Stanislav Balík, Ph.D.
Division of Politology – Department of Political Science – Faculty of Social Studies
Contact Person: Mgr. Lucie Pospíšilová
Supplier department: Division of Politology – Department of Political Science – Faculty of Social Studies
Timetable
Tue 15:15–16:45 P22
Prerequisites (in Czech)
POL142 20th Century Pol. Philosophy || POL180 Political Philosophy || SOUHLAS
Schopnost číst odborné teoretické texty v českém :) i anglickém jazyce (tzn. alespoň pasivní znalost), ochota aktivně participovat v diskusích. Tento kurz bude sestávat z krátkých přednášek, po kterých následuje seminární diskuse k tématu vycházející z kratších esejů na zadané téma. Předpokládá se, že studenti/tky budou mít prostudovanou povinnou literaturu a budou se zapojovat do seminárních diskusí.
Course Enrolment Limitations
The course is only offered to the students of the study fields the course is directly associated with.
fields of study / plans the course is directly associated with
there are 20 fields of study the course is directly associated with, display
Course objectives
At the end of the course students should be able to understand fundamental concepts of normative political theory, which can be considered its main building blocs. Based on acquired knowledge, students will be able to identify shifting meanings of concepts such as liberty, equality, political authority etc. Through analyzing the key "cleavages" within the concepts, course participants will be able to critically evaluate their competing interpretations. This will enable them to systematize the major debates and issues of Western political thinking since its inception. The course therefore represents a more analytic complement to the mandatory courses History of Political ideas and Twentieth Century Political Philosophy.
Syllabus
  • 1. Introduction. Course Mission and Organization (22.9.)
  • 2. Political Concepts in Political Philosophy (29.9.)
  • 3. State, Nation and Sovereignty: Genealogy (6.10.)
  • 4. State, Nation and Sovereignty: Contemporary Challenges (13.10.)
  • 5. Political Power, Authority and Legitimacy (20.10.)
  • 6. Rights and Human Rights (27.10.)
  • 7. Liberty and Autonomy (3.11.)
  • 8. Equality (10.11.)
  • 9. Self-study Week (17.11.)
  • 10. Justice (24.11.)
  • 11. Community (1,12.)
  • 12. Democracy and Representation (8.12.)
  • 13. Reserve session (10.12.)
Literature
  • HOLZER, Jan, Pavel MOLEK, Jiří BAROŠ, Pavel DUFEK, Michal MOCHŤAK, Ivo POSPÍŠIL, Petr PRECLÍK and Hubert SMEKAL. Demokratizace a lidská práva. Středoevropské pohledy (Democratization and Human Rights. Central European Perspectives). 1st ed. Brno - Praha: MUNI Press - SLON, 2013, 266 pp. Studie 105. svazek. ISBN 978-80-7419-159-6. info
  • SWIFT, Adam. Politická filozofie : základní otázky moderní politologie. Translated by Denisa Šmejkalová. Vyd. 1. Praha: Portál, 2005, 190 s. ISBN 8071788597. info
  • GAUS, Gerald F. Political concepts and political theories. Boulder, Colo.: Westview Press, 2000, xiv, 288. ISBN 081333330X. info
  • A companion to contemporary political philosophy. Edited by Robert E. Goodin - Philip Pettit. Oxford: Blackwell Publishers, 1995, xiii, 679. ISBN 0631199519. info
Teaching methods
The course consists of shorter lectures and in-class seminars; these two parts of each class are not strictly separated. Students' position papers based on asigned readings are discussed in the seminars.
Assessment methods
Course evaluation has three parts:

(1) Position papers. Students are expected to submit at least five shorter essays or position papers, dealing with a topic (or topics) discussed in the assigned readings. These papers should then serve as a basis for in-class discussions. Each essay will receive 0-5 points, depending on its quality

(2) Final paper. At the end of the exam period, students are expected to submit a longer essay dealing with a topic of individual choice (though related to the course contents). Each paper will receive 0-10 points, depending on its quality

(3) In-class activity (up to 1,5 points each time)

The total point score will then determine the overall grading (50-46p A; 45-41p B; 40-37p C; 36-33p D; 32-30p E; 29p and less F)
Language of instruction
Czech
Further comments (probably available only in Czech)
Study Materials
The course is taught annually.
The course is also listed under the following terms Autumn 2008, Autumn 2009, Autumn 2010, Autumn 2011, Autumn 2012, Autumn 2013, Autumn 2014, Autumn 2016, Autumn 2017.

POL287 Concepts in Political Philosophy

Faculty of Social Studies
Autumn 2014
Extent and Intensity
1/1/0. 4 credit(s). Type of Completion: zk (examination).
Teacher(s)
doc. Mgr. Pavel Dufek, Ph.D. (lecturer)
Guaranteed by
prof. PhDr. Stanislav Balík, Ph.D.
Division of Politology – Department of Political Science – Faculty of Social Studies
Contact Person: Mgr. Lucie Pospíšilová
Supplier department: Division of Politology – Department of Political Science – Faculty of Social Studies
Timetable
Wed 15:15–16:45 U44
Prerequisites (in Czech)
POL142 20th Century Pol. Philosophy || POL180 Political Philosophy || SOUHLAS
Schopnost číst odborné teoretické texty v českém :o) i anglickém jazyce (tzn. alespoň pasivní znalost), ochota aktivně participovat v diskusích. Tento kurz bude sestávat z krátkých přednášek, po kterých následuje seminární diskuse k tématu vycházející z kratších esejů na zadané téma. Předpokládá se, že studenti/tky budou mít prostudovanou povinnou literaturu a budou se zapojovat do seminárních diskusí.
Course Enrolment Limitations
The course is only offered to the students of the study fields the course is directly associated with.
fields of study / plans the course is directly associated with
there are 20 fields of study the course is directly associated with, display
Course objectives
At the end of the course students should be able to understand fundamental concepts of normative political theory, which can be considered its main building blocs. Based on acquired knowledge, students will be able to identify shifting meanings of concepts such as liberty, equality, political authority etc. Through analyzing the key "cleavages" within the concepts, course participants will be able to critically evaluate their competing interpretations. This will enable them to systematize the major debates and issues of Western political thinking since its inception. The course therefore represents a more analytic complement to the mandatory courses History of Political ideas and Twentieth Century Political Philosophy.
Syllabus
  • 1. Introduction. Course Mission and Organization (17.9.)
  • 2. Political Concepts in Political Philosophy (24.9.)
  • 3. State, Nation and Sovereignty: Genealogy (1.10.)
  • 4. State, Nation and Sovereignty: Contemporary Challenges (8.10.)
  • 5. Political Power, Authority and Legitimacy (15.10.)
  • 6. Rights and Human Rights (22.10.)
  • 7. Self-study Week (29.10.)
  • 8. Justice (5.11.)
  • 9. Liberty and Autonomy (12.11.)
  • 10. Equality (19.11.)
  • 11. Community (26.11.)
  • 12. Democracy and Representation (3.12.)
  • 13. Political Obligation and Civil Disobedience (10.12.)
Literature
  • SWIFT, Adam. Politická filozofie : základní otázky moderní politologie. Translated by Denisa Šmejkalová. Vyd. 1. Praha: Portál, 2005, 190 s. ISBN 8071788597. info
  • Handbook of political theory. Edited by Gerald F. Gaus - Chandran Kukathas. London: Sage Publications, 2004, xvi, 448. ISBN 0761967877. info
  • TUGENDHAT, Ernst. Přednášky o etice. Translated by Josef Moural. Vyd. 1. Praha: Oikoymenh, 2004, 311 s. ISBN 8072980866. info
  • STANKIEWICZ, W. J. Politická teorie a současný svět :klasické koncepty ve věku relativismu. Translated by Tomáš Suchomel. 1. vyd. Brno: Centrum pro studium demokracie a kultury, 2003, 211 s. ISBN 80-7325-014-4. info
  • A companion to contemporary political philosophy. Edited by Robert E. Goodin - Philip Pettit. Oxford: Blackwell Publishers, 1995, xiii, 679. ISBN 0631199519. info
Teaching methods
The course consists of shorter lectures and in-class seminars; these two parts of each class are not strictly separated. Students' position papers based on asigned readings are discussed in the seminars.
Assessment methods
Course evaluation has three parts:
(1) Position papers. Students are expected to submit at least five shorter essays or position papers, dealing with a topic (or topics) discussed in the assigned readings. These papers should then serve as a basis for in-class discussions. Eacxh essay will receive 0-5 points, depending on its quality
(2) Final paper. At the end of the exam period, students are expected to submit a longer essay on a individually chosen topic (related to the course contents). Each paper will receive 0-10 points, depending on its quality
(3) In-class activity (up to 1,5 points each time)
The total point score will then determine the overall marks (50-46p A; 45-41p B; 40-37p C; 36-33p D; 32-30p E; 29p and less F)
Language of instruction
Czech
Further comments (probably available only in Czech)
Study Materials
The course is taught annually.
The course is also listed under the following terms Autumn 2008, Autumn 2009, Autumn 2010, Autumn 2011, Autumn 2012, Autumn 2013, Autumn 2015, Autumn 2016, Autumn 2017.

POL287 Concepts in Political Philosophy

Faculty of Social Studies
Autumn 2013
Extent and Intensity
1/1/0. 4 credit(s). Type of Completion: zk (examination).
Teacher(s)
doc. Mgr. Pavel Dufek, Ph.D. (lecturer)
Guaranteed by
prof. PhDr. Stanislav Balík, Ph.D.
Division of Politology – Department of Political Science – Faculty of Social Studies
Contact Person: Mgr. Libuše Stará
Supplier department: Division of Politology – Department of Political Science – Faculty of Social Studies
Timetable
Wed 16:00–17:40 U41
Prerequisites (in Czech)
POL142 20th Century Pol. Philosophy || POL180 Political Philosophy || SOUHLAS
Schopnost číst odborné teoretické texty v českém :o) i anglickém jazyce (tzn. alespoň pasivní znalost), ochota aktivně participovat v diskusích. Tento kurz bude sestávat z krátkých přednášek, po kterých následuje seminární diskuse k tématu vycházející z kratších esejů na zadané téma. Předpokládá se, že studenti/tky budou mít prostudovanou povinnou literaturu a budou se zapojovat do seminárních diskusí.
Course Enrolment Limitations
The course is only offered to the students of the study fields the course is directly associated with.
fields of study / plans the course is directly associated with
there are 19 fields of study the course is directly associated with, display
Course objectives
At the end of the course students should be able to understand fundamental concepts of normative political theory, which can be considered its main building blocs. Based on acquired knowledge, students will be able to identify shifting meanings of concepts such as liberty, equality, political authority etc. Through analyzing the key "cleavages" within the concepts, course participants will be able to critically evaluate their competing interpretations. This will enable them to systematize the major debates and issues of Western political thinking since its inception. The course therefore represents a more analytic complement to the mandatory courses History of Political ideas and Twentieth Century Political Philosophy.
Syllabus
  • 1. Introduction. Course Mission and Organization (17.9.)
  • 2. Political Concepts in Political Philosophy (24.9.)
  • 3. State, Nation and Sovereignty: Genealogy (1.10.)
  • 4. State, Nation and Sovereignty: Contemporary Challenges (8.10.)
  • 5. Political Power, Authority and Legitimacy (15.10.)
  • 6. Rights and Human Rights (22.10.)
  • 7. Self-study Week (29.10.)
  • 8. Justice (5.11.)
  • 9. Liberty and Autonomy (12.11.)
  • 10. Equality (19.11.)
  • 11. Community (26.11.)
  • 12. Democracy and Representation (3.12.)
  • 13. Political Obligation and Civil Disobedience (10.12.)
Literature
  • SWIFT, Adam. Politická filozofie : základní otázky moderní politologie. Translated by Denisa Šmejkalová. Vyd. 1. Praha: Portál, 2005, 190 s. ISBN 8071788597. info
  • Handbook of political theory. Edited by Gerald F. Gaus - Chandran Kukathas. London: Sage Publications, 2004, xvi, 448. ISBN 0761967877. info
  • TUGENDHAT, Ernst. Přednášky o etice. Translated by Josef Moural. Vyd. 1. Praha: Oikoymenh, 2004, 311 s. ISBN 8072980866. info
  • STANKIEWICZ, W. J. Politická teorie a současný svět :klasické koncepty ve věku relativismu. Translated by Tomáš Suchomel. 1. vyd. Brno: Centrum pro studium demokracie a kultury, 2003, 211 s. ISBN 80-7325-014-4. info
  • A companion to contemporary political philosophy. Edited by Robert E. Goodin - Philip Pettit. Oxford: Blackwell Publishers, 1995, xiii, 679. ISBN 0631199519. info
Teaching methods
The course consists of shorter lectures and in-class seminars; these two parts of each class are not strictly separated. Students' position papers based on asigned readings are discussed in the seminars.
Assessment methods
Course evaluation has three parts:
(1) Position papers. Students are expected to submit at least five shorter essays or position papers, dealing with a topic (or topics) discussed in the assigned readings. These papers should then serve as a basis for in-class discussions. Eacxh essay will receive 0-5 points, depending on its quality
(2) Final paper. At the end of the exam period, students are expected to submit a longer essay on a individually chosen topic (related to the course contents). Each paper will receive 0-10 points, depending on its quality
(3) In-class activity (up to 1,5 points each time)
The total point score will then determine the overall marks (50-46p A; 45-41p B; 40-37p C; 36-33p D; 32-30p E; 29p and less F)
Language of instruction
Czech
Further comments (probably available only in Czech)
The course is taught annually.
The course is also listed under the following terms Autumn 2008, Autumn 2009, Autumn 2010, Autumn 2011, Autumn 2012, Autumn 2014, Autumn 2015, Autumn 2016, Autumn 2017.

POL287 Concepts in Political Philosophy

Faculty of Social Studies
Autumn 2012
Extent and Intensity
1/1/0. 4 credit(s). Type of Completion: zk (examination).
Teacher(s)
doc. Mgr. Pavel Dufek, Ph.D. (lecturer)
Guaranteed by
prof. PhDr. Stanislav Balík, Ph.D.
Division of Politology – Department of Political Science – Faculty of Social Studies
Contact Person: Mgr. Iva Petříková
Supplier department: Division of Politology – Department of Political Science – Faculty of Social Studies
Timetable
Mon 16:00–17:40 U35
Prerequisites (in Czech)
POL142 20th Century Pol. Philosophy || POL180 Political Philosophy || SOUHLAS
Schopnost číst odborné teoretické texty v českém :o) i anglickém jazyce (tzn. alespoň pasivní znalost), ochota aktivně participovat v diskusích. Tento kurz bude sestávat z krátkých přednášek, po kterých následuje seminární diskuse k tématu vycházející z kratších esejů na zadané téma. Předpokládá se, že studenti/tky budou mít prostudovanou povinnou literaturu a budou se zapojovat do seminárních diskusí.
Course Enrolment Limitations
The course is only offered to the students of the study fields the course is directly associated with.
fields of study / plans the course is directly associated with
there are 19 fields of study the course is directly associated with, display
Course objectives
At the end of the course students should be able to understand fundamental concepts of normative political theory, which can be considered its main building blocs. Based on acquired knowledge, students will be able to identify shifting meanings of concepts such as liberty, equality, political authority etc. Through analyzing the key "cleavages" within the concepts, course participants will be able to critically evaluate their competing interpretations. This will enable them to systematize the major debates and issues of Western political thinking since its inception. The course therefore represents a more analytic complement to the mandatory courses History of Political ideas and Twentieth Century Political Philosophy.
Syllabus
  • 1. Introduction. Course Mission and Organization (17.9.)
  • 2. Political Concepts in Political Philosophy (24.9.)
  • 3. State, Nation and Sovereignty: Genealogy (1.10.)
  • 4. State, Nation and Sovereignty: Contemporary Challenges (8.10.)
  • 5. Political Power, Authority and Legitimacy (15.10.)
  • 6. Rights and Human Rights (22.10.)
  • 7. Self-study Week (29.10.)
  • 8. Justice (5.11.)
  • 9. Liberty and Autonomy (12.11.)
  • 10. Equality (19.11.)
  • 11. Community (26.11.)
  • 12. Democracy and Representation (3.12.)
  • 13. Political Obligation and Civil Disobedience (10.12.)
Literature
  • SWIFT, Adam. Politická filozofie : základní otázky moderní politologie. Translated by Denisa Šmejkalová. Vyd. 1. Praha: Portál, 2005, 190 s. ISBN 8071788597. info
  • Handbook of political theory. Edited by Gerald F. Gaus - Chandran Kukathas. London: Sage Publications, 2004, xvi, 448. ISBN 0761967877. info
  • TUGENDHAT, Ernst. Přednášky o etice. Translated by Josef Moural. Vyd. 1. Praha: Oikoymenh, 2004, 311 s. ISBN 8072980866. info
  • STANKIEWICZ, W. J. Politická teorie a současný svět :klasické koncepty ve věku relativismu. Translated by Tomáš Suchomel. 1. vyd. Brno: Centrum pro studium demokracie a kultury, 2003, 211 s. ISBN 80-7325-014-4. info
  • A companion to contemporary political philosophy. Edited by Robert E. Goodin - Philip Pettit. Oxford: Blackwell Publishers, 1995, xiii, 679. ISBN 0631199519. info
Teaching methods
The course consists of shorter lectures and in-class seminars; these two parts of each class are not strictly separated. Students' position papers based on asigned readings are discussed in the seminars.
Assessment methods
Course evaluation has three parts:
(1) Position papers. Students are expected to submit at least five shorter essays or position papers, dealing with a topic (or topics) discussed in the assigned readings. These papers should then serve as a basis for in-class discussions. Eacxh essay will receive 0-5 points, depending on its quality
(2) Final paper. At the end of the exam period, students are expected to submit a longer essay on a individually chosen topic (related to the course contents). Each paper will receive 0-10 points, depending on its quality
(3) In-class activity (up to 1,5 points each time)
The total point score will then determine the overall marks (50-46p A; 45-41p B; 40-37p C; 36-33p D; 32-30p E; 29p and less F)
Language of instruction
Czech
Further comments (probably available only in Czech)
The course is taught annually.
The course is also listed under the following terms Autumn 2008, Autumn 2009, Autumn 2010, Autumn 2011, Autumn 2013, Autumn 2014, Autumn 2015, Autumn 2016, Autumn 2017.

POL287 Concepts in Political Philosophy

Faculty of Social Studies
Autumn 2011
Extent and Intensity
1/1/0. 6 credit(s). Type of Completion: zk (examination).
Teacher(s)
doc. Mgr. Pavel Dufek, Ph.D. (lecturer)
Guaranteed by
prof. PhDr. Ing. Ondřej Císař, Ph.D.
Division of Politology – Department of Political Science – Faculty of Social Studies
Contact Person: Mgr. Iva Petříková
Timetable
Mon 14:00–15:40 U41
Prerequisites (in Czech)
Schopnost číst odborné teoretické texty v českém :o) i anglickém jazyce (tzn. alespoň pasivní znalost), ochota aktivně participovat v diskusích. Tento kurz bude sestávat z krátkých přednášek, po kterých následuje seminární diskuse k tématu vycházející z kratších esejů na zadané téma. Předpokládá se, že studenti/tky budou mít prostudovanou povinnou literaturu a budou se zapojovat do seminárních diskusí.
Course Enrolment Limitations
The course is only offered to the students of the study fields the course is directly associated with.
fields of study / plans the course is directly associated with
there are 19 fields of study the course is directly associated with, display
Course objectives
At the end of the course students should be able to understand fundamental concepts of normative political theory, which can be considered its main building blocs. Based on acquired knowledge, students will be able to identify shifting meanings of concepts such as liberty, equality, political authority etc. Through analyzing the key "cleavages" within the concepts, course participants will be able to critically evaluate their competing interpretations. This will enable them to penetrate systematically into the major debates and issues of Western political thinking since its inception. The course therefore represents a more analytic complement to the mandatory course Political Philosophy.
Syllabus
  • 1. Introduction. Course Mission and Organization
  • 2. Political Concepts in Political Philosophy
  • 3. The State, Power and Sovereignty
  • 4. Political Authority and Legitimacy
  • 5. Rights and Human Rights
  • 6. Liberty and Autonomy
  • 7. Self-study week
  • 8. Equality and Difference
  • 9. Justice
  • 10. Community
  • 11. Democracy
  • 12. Civil Disobedience
  • 13. Course Conclusion. Evaluation and discussion
Literature
  • SWIFT, Adam. Politická filozofie : základní otázky moderní politologie. Translated by Denisa Šmejkalová. Vyd. 1. Praha: Portál, 2005, 190 s. ISBN 8071788597. info
  • Handbook of political theory. Edited by Gerald F. Gaus - Chandran Kukathas. London: Sage Publications, 2004, xvi, 448. ISBN 0761967877. info
  • TUGENDHAT, Ernst. Přednášky o etice. Translated by Josef Moural. Vyd. 1. Praha: Oikoymenh, 2004, 311 s. ISBN 8072980866. info
  • STANKIEWICZ, W. J. Politická teorie a současný svět :klasické koncepty ve věku relativismu. Translated by Tomáš Suchomel. 1. vyd. Brno: Centrum pro studium demokracie a kultury, 2003, 211 s. ISBN 80-7325-014-4. info
  • A companion to contemporary political philosophy. Edited by Robert E. Goodin - Philip Pettit. Oxford: Blackwell Publishers, 1995, xiii, 679. ISBN 0631199519. info
Teaching methods
The course consists of shorter lectures and in-class seminars; these two parts of each class are not strictly separated. Students' position papers based on asigned readings are discussed in the seminars.
Assessment methods
Course evaluation has three parts:
(1) Position papers. Students are expected to submit at least five shorter essays or position papers, dealing with a topic (or topics) discussed in the assigned readings. These papers should then serve as a basis for in-class discussions. Eacxh essay will receive 0-5 points, based on its quality
(2) Final paper. At the end of the exam period, students are expected to submit a longer essay on a individually chosen topic (related to the course contents). Each paper will receive 0-10 points, depending on its quality
(3) In-class activity (up to 1,5 points each time)
The total point score will then determine the overall marks (50-46p A; 45-41p B; 40-37p C; 36-33p D; 32-30p E; 29p and less F)
Language of instruction
Czech
Further comments (probably available only in Czech)
Study Materials
The course is taught annually.
The course is also listed under the following terms Autumn 2008, Autumn 2009, Autumn 2010, Autumn 2012, Autumn 2013, Autumn 2014, Autumn 2015, Autumn 2016, Autumn 2017.

POL287 Concepts in Political Philosophy

Faculty of Social Studies
Autumn 2010
Extent and Intensity
1/1/0. 6 credit(s). Type of Completion: zk (examination).
Teacher(s)
doc. Mgr. Pavel Dufek, Ph.D. (lecturer)
Guaranteed by
prof. PhDr. Ing. Ondřej Císař, Ph.D.
Division of Politology – Department of Political Science – Faculty of Social Studies
Contact Person: Mgr. Lucie Pospíšilová
Timetable
Tue 18:00–19:30 U41
Prerequisites (in Czech)
Schopnost číst odborné teoretické texty v českém :o) i anglickém jazyce (tzn. alespoň pasivní znalost), ochota aktivně participovat v diskusích. Tento kurz bude sestávat z krátkých přednášek, po kterých následuje seminární diskuse k tématu vycházející z kratších esejů na zadané téma. Předpokládá se, že studenti/tky budou mít prostudovanou povinnou literaturu a budou se zapojovat do seminárních diskusí.
Course Enrolment Limitations
The course is only offered to the students of the study fields the course is directly associated with.
fields of study / plans the course is directly associated with
there are 19 fields of study the course is directly associated with, display
Course objectives
At the end of the course students should be able to understand fundamental concepts of normative political theory, which can be considered its main building blocs. Based on acquired knowledge, students will be able to identify shifting meanings of concepts such as liberty, equality, political authority etc. Through analyzing the key "cleavages" within the concepts, course participants will be able to critically evaluate their competing interpretations. This will enable them to penetrate systematically into the major debates and issues of Western political thinking since its inception. The course therefore represents a more analytic complement to the mandatory course Political Philosophy.
Syllabus
  • 1. Introduction. Course Mission and Organization
  • 2. Political Concepts in Political Philosophy
  • 3. The State, Power and Sovereignty
  • 4. Political Authority and Legitimacy
  • 5. Rights and Human Rights
  • 6. Liberty and Autonomy
  • 7. Self-study week
  • 8. Equality and Difference
  • 9. Justice
  • 10. Community
  • 11. Democracy
  • 12. Civil Disobedience
  • 13. Course Conclusion. Evaluation and discussion
Literature
  • SWIFT, Adam. Politická filozofie : základní otázky moderní politologie. Translated by Denisa Šmejkalová. Vyd. 1. Praha: Portál, 2005, 190 s. ISBN 8071788597. info
  • Handbook of political theory. Edited by Gerald F. Gaus - Chandran Kukathas. London: Sage Publications, 2004, xvi, 448. ISBN 0761967877. info
  • TUGENDHAT, Ernst. Přednášky o etice. Translated by Josef Moural. Vyd. 1. Praha: Oikoymenh, 2004, 311 s. ISBN 8072980866. info
  • STANKIEWICZ, W. J. Politická teorie a současný svět :klasické koncepty ve věku relativismu. Translated by Tomáš Suchomel. 1. vyd. Brno: Centrum pro studium demokracie a kultury, 2003, 211 s. ISBN 80-7325-014-4. info
  • A companion to contemporary political philosophy. Edited by Robert E. Goodin - Philip Pettit. Oxford: Blackwell Publishers, 1995, xiii, 679. ISBN 0631199519. info
Teaching methods
The course consists of shorter lectures and in-class seminars; these two parts of each class are not strictly separated. Students' position papers based on asigned readings are discussed in the seminars.
Assessment methods
Course evaluation has three parts:
(1) Position papers. Students are expected to submit at least five shorter essays or position papers, dealing with a topic (or topics) discussed in the assigned readings. These papers should then serve as a basis for in-class discussions. Eacxh essay will receive 0-5 points, based on its quality
(2) Final paper. At the end of the exam period, students are expected to submit a longer essay on a individually chosen topic (related to the course contents). Each paper will receive 0-10 points, depending on its quality
(3) In-class activity (up to 1,5 points each time)
The total point score will then determine the overall marks (50-46p A; 45-41p B; 40-37p C; 36-33p D; 32-30p E; 29p and less F)
Language of instruction
Czech
Further comments (probably available only in Czech)
The course is taught annually.
The course is also listed under the following terms Autumn 2008, Autumn 2009, Autumn 2011, Autumn 2012, Autumn 2013, Autumn 2014, Autumn 2015, Autumn 2016, Autumn 2017.

POL287 Concepts in Political Philosophy

Faculty of Social Studies
Autumn 2009
Extent and Intensity
1/1/0. 6 credit(s). Type of Completion: zk (examination).
Teacher(s)
doc. Mgr. Pavel Dufek, Ph.D. (lecturer)
Guaranteed by
prof. PhDr. Ing. Ondřej Císař, Ph.D.
Division of Politology – Department of Political Science – Faculty of Social Studies
Contact Person: Mgr. Lucie Pospíšilová
Timetable
Tue 18:00–19:30 U43
Prerequisites (in Czech)
Schopnost číst odborné teoretické texty v českém :o) i anglickém jazyce (tzn. alespoň pasivní znalost), ochota aktivně participovat v diskusích. Tento kurz bude sestávat z krátkých přednášek, po kterých následuje seminární diskuse k tématu vycházející z kratších esejů na zadané téma. Předpokládá se, že studenti/tky budou mít prostudovanou povinnou literaturu a budou se zapojovat do seminárních diskusí.
Course Enrolment Limitations
The course is only offered to the students of the study fields the course is directly associated with.
fields of study / plans the course is directly associated with
there are 15 fields of study the course is directly associated with, display
Course objectives
At the end of the course students should be able to understand fundamental concepts of normative political theory, which can be considered its main building blocs. Based on acquired knowledge, students will be able to identify shifting meanings of concepts such as liberty, equality, political authority etc. Through analyzing the key "cleavages" within the concepts, course participants will be able to critically evaluate their competing interpretations. This will enable them to penetrate systematically into the major debates and issues of Western political thinking since its inception. The course therefore represents a more analytic complement to the mandatory course Political Philosophy.
Syllabus
  • 1. Introduction. Course Mission and Organization
  • 2. Political Concepts in Political Philosophy
  • 3. The State, Power and Sovereignty
  • 4. Political Authority and Legitimacy
  • 5. Rights and Human Rights
  • 6. Liberty and Autonomy
  • 7. Self-study week
  • 8. Equality and Difference
  • 9. Justice
  • 10. Community
  • 11. Democracy
  • 12. Civil Disobedience
  • 13. Course Conclusion. Evaluation and discussion
Literature
  • SWIFT, Adam. Politická filozofie : základní otázky moderní politologie. Translated by Denisa Šmejkalová. Vyd. 1. Praha: Portál, 2005, 190 s. ISBN 8071788597. info
  • Handbook of political theory. Edited by Gerald F. Gaus - Chandran Kukathas. London: Sage Publications, 2004, xvi, 448. ISBN 0761967877. info
  • TUGENDHAT, Ernst. Přednášky o etice. Translated by Josef Moural. Vyd. 1. Praha: Oikoymenh, 2004, 311 s. ISBN 8072980866. info
  • STANKIEWICZ, W. J. Politická teorie a současný svět :klasické koncepty ve věku relativismu. Translated by Tomáš Suchomel. 1. vyd. Brno: Centrum pro studium demokracie a kultury, 2003, 211 s. ISBN 80-7325-014-4. info
  • A companion to contemporary political philosophy. Edited by Robert E. Goodin - Philip Pettit. Oxford: Blackwell Publishers, 1995, xiii, 679. ISBN 0631199519. info
Teaching methods
The course consists of shorter lectures and in-class seminars; these two parts of each class are not strictly separated. Students' position papers based on asigned readings are discussed in the seminars.
Assessment methods
Course evaluation has three parts:
(1) Position papers. Students are expected to submit at least five shorter essays or position papers, dealing with a topic (or topics) discussed in the assigned readings. These papers should then serve as a basis for in-class discussions. Eacxh essay will receive 0-5 points, based on its quality
(2) Final paper. At the end of the exam period, students are expected to submit a longer essay on a individually chosen topic (related to the course contents). Each paper will receive 0-10 points, depending on its quality
(3) In-class activity (up to 1,5 points each time)
The total point score will then determine the overall marks (50-46p A; 45-41p B; 40-37p C; 36-33p D; 32-30p E; 29p and less F)
Language of instruction
Czech
Further comments (probably available only in Czech)
The course is taught annually.
The course is also listed under the following terms Autumn 2008, Autumn 2010, Autumn 2011, Autumn 2012, Autumn 2013, Autumn 2014, Autumn 2015, Autumn 2016, Autumn 2017.

POL287 Concepts in Political Philosophy

Faculty of Social Studies
Autumn 2008
Extent and Intensity
1/1/0. 6 credit(s). Type of Completion: zk (examination).
Teacher(s)
doc. Mgr. Pavel Dufek, Ph.D. (lecturer)
Guaranteed by
prof. PhDr. Ing. Ondřej Císař, Ph.D.
Division of Politology – Department of Political Science – Faculty of Social Studies
Contact Person: Mgr. Lucie Pospíšilová
Timetable
Wed 18:00–19:30 U41
Prerequisites (in Czech)
Schopnost číst odborné teoretické texty v českém :o) i anglickém jazyce (tzn. alespoň pasivní znalost), ochota aktivně participovat v diskusích. Tento kurz bude sestávat z krátkých přednášek, po kterých následuje seminární diskuse k tématu vycházející z kratších esejů na zadané téma. Předpokládá se, že studenti/tky budou mít prostudovanou povinnou literaturu a budou se zapojovat do seminárních diskusí.
Course Enrolment Limitations
The course is only offered to the students of the study fields the course is directly associated with.
fields of study / plans the course is directly associated with
there are 9 fields of study the course is directly associated with, display
Course objectives
The course intends to introduce students to the fundamental concepts, which can be understood as the main building blocs of normative political theory/political philosophy. Students should be able to grasp the meaning of concepts such as liberty, equality, political authority etc., and analyse the key "cleavages" within their interpretation. This will enable them to undestand systematically the major debates and issues of Western political thinking since its inception. The course represents a more analytic complement (or extension) of the mandatory course Political Philosophy.
Syllabus
  • 1. Introduction. Course Mission and Organization
  • 2. Political Concepts in Political Philosophy
  • 3. The State, Power and Sovereignty
  • 4. Political Authority and Legitimacy
  • 5. Rights and Human Rights
  • 6. Liberty and Autonomy
  • 7. Self-study week
  • 8. Equality and Difference
  • 9. Justice
  • 10. Community
  • 11. Democracy
  • 12. Civil Disobedience
  • 13. Course Conclusion. Evaluation and discussion
Literature
  • SWIFT, Adam. Politická filozofie : základní otázky moderní politologie. Translated by Denisa Šmejkalová. Vyd. 1. Praha: Portál, 2005, 190 s. ISBN 8071788597. info
  • Handbook of political theory. Edited by Gerald F. Gaus - Chandran Kukathas. London: Sage Publications, 2004, xvi, 448. ISBN 0761967877. info
  • TUGENDHAT, Ernst. Přednášky o etice. Translated by Josef Moural. Vyd. 1. Praha: Oikoymenh, 2004, 311 s. ISBN 8072980866. info
  • STANKIEWICZ, W. J. Politická teorie a současný svět :klasické koncepty ve věku relativismu. Translated by Tomáš Suchomel. 1. vyd. Brno: Centrum pro studium demokracie a kultury, 2003, 211 s. ISBN 80-7325-014-4. info
  • A companion to contemporary political philosophy. Edited by Robert E. Goodin - Philip Pettit. Oxford: Blackwell Publishers, 1995, xiii, 679. ISBN 0631199519. info
Assessment methods
The course consists of shorter lectures and in-class seminars; these two parts of each class are not strictly separated. Course evaluation has three parts:
(1) Position papers. Students are expected to submit at least five shorter essays or position papers, dealing with a topic (or topics) discussed in the assigned readings. These papers should then serve as a basis for in-class discussions.
(2) Final test. At the end of the term, students are expected to take a final writen exam. Three or four questions will induce them to utilise the acquired knowledge and compose several paragraphs on each of the topics
(3) In-class activity
The total point score will then determine the overall marks (A through F)
Language of instruction
Czech
Further comments (probably available only in Czech)
The course is taught annually.
The course is also listed under the following terms Autumn 2009, Autumn 2010, Autumn 2011, Autumn 2012, Autumn 2013, Autumn 2014, Autumn 2015, Autumn 2016, Autumn 2017.

POL287 Concepts in Political Philosophy

Faculty of Social Studies
Autumn 2018

The course is not taught in Autumn 2018

Extent and Intensity
1/1/0. 4 credit(s). Type of Completion: zk (examination).
Teacher(s)
doc. Mgr. Pavel Dufek, Ph.D. (lecturer)
Guaranteed by
prof. PhDr. Stanislav Balík, Ph.D.
Department of Political Science – Faculty of Social Studies
Contact Person: Mgr. Lucie Pospíšilová
Supplier department: Division of Politology – Department of Political Science – Faculty of Social Studies
Prerequisites (in Czech)
POL142 20th Century Pol. Philosophy || POL180 Political Philosophy || SOUHLAS
Schopnost číst odborné teoretické texty v českém :) i anglickém jazyce (tzn. alespoň pasivní znalost), ochota aktivně participovat v diskusích. Tento kurz bude sestávat z krátkých přednášek, po kterých následuje seminární diskuse k tématu vycházející z kratších esejů na zadané téma. Předpokládá se, že studenti/tky budou mít prostudovanou povinnou literaturu a budou se zapojovat do seminárních diskusí.
Course Enrolment Limitations
The course is only offered to the students of the study fields the course is directly associated with.
fields of study / plans the course is directly associated with
there are 20 fields of study the course is directly associated with, display
Course objectives
At the end of the course students should be able to understand fundamental concepts of normative political theory, which can be considered its main building blocs. Based on acquired knowledge, students will be able to identify shifting meanings of concepts such as liberty, equality, political authority etc. Through analyzing the key "cleavages" within the concepts, course participants will be able to critically evaluate their competing interpretations. This will enable them to systematize the major debates and issues of Western political thinking since its inception. The course therefore represents a more analytic complement to the mandatory courses History of Political ideas and Twentieth Century Political Philosophy.
Syllabus
  • 1. Introduction. Course Mission and Organization (22.9.)
  • 2. Political Concepts in Political Philosophy (29.9.)
  • 3. State, Nation and Sovereignty: Genealogy (6.10.)
  • 4. State, Nation and Sovereignty: Contemporary Challenges (13.10.)
  • 5. Political Power, Authority and Legitimacy (20.10.)
  • 6. Rights and Human Rights (27.10.)
  • 7. Liberty and Autonomy (3.11.)
  • 8. Equality (10.11.)
  • 9. Self-study Week (17.11.)
  • 10. Justice (24.11.)
  • 11. Community (1,12.)
  • 12. Democracy and Representation (8.12.)
  • 13. Reserve session (10.12.)
Literature
  • HOLZER, Jan, Pavel MOLEK, Jiří BAROŠ, Pavel DUFEK, Michal MOCHŤAK, Ivo POSPÍŠIL, Petr PRECLÍK and Hubert SMEKAL. Demokratizace a lidská práva. Středoevropské pohledy (Democratization and Human Rights. Central European Perspectives). 1st ed. Brno - Praha: MUNI Press - SLON, 2013, 266 pp. Studie 105. svazek. ISBN 978-80-7419-159-6. info
  • SWIFT, Adam. Politická filozofie : základní otázky moderní politologie. Translated by Denisa Šmejkalová. Vyd. 1. Praha: Portál, 2005, 190 s. ISBN 8071788597. info
  • GAUS, Gerald F. Political concepts and political theories. Boulder, Colo.: Westview Press, 2000, xiv, 288. ISBN 081333330X. info
  • A companion to contemporary political philosophy. Edited by Robert E. Goodin - Philip Pettit. Oxford: Blackwell Publishers, 1995, xiii, 679. ISBN 0631199519. info
Teaching methods
The course consists of shorter lectures and in-class seminars; these two parts of each class are not strictly separated. Students' position papers based on asigned readings are discussed in the seminars.
Assessment methods
Course evaluation has three parts:

(1) Position papers. Students are expected to submit at least five shorter essays or position papers, dealing with a topic (or topics) discussed in the assigned readings. These papers should then serve as a basis for in-class discussions. Each essay will receive 0-5 points, depending on its quality

(2) Final paper. At the end of the exam period, students are expected to submit a longer essay dealing with a topic of individual choice (though related to the course contents). Each paper will receive 0-10 points, depending on its quality

(3) In-class activity (up to 1,5 points each time)

The total point score will then determine the overall grading (50-46p A; 45-41p B; 40-37p C; 36-33p D; 32-30p E; 29p and less F)
Language of instruction
Czech
Further comments (probably available only in Czech)
Study Materials
The course is taught annually.
The course is taught: every week.
The course is also listed under the following terms Autumn 2008, Autumn 2009, Autumn 2010, Autumn 2011, Autumn 2012, Autumn 2013, Autumn 2014, Autumn 2015, Autumn 2016, Autumn 2017.
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