Hey prof what if we find out halfway into the mod that Philo doesn’t really work for us?
shouldve taken something else to clear my humanities basket sry
If the module isn’t working out for you, it’s not too late to drop. This is serious advice here–I always tell students to please read modules that you are interested in whenever given the chance.
I really dont want to flop this mod, please show me the way
Is there a high bell curve for this module?
How to study GET1029? I’m worried I don’t study in the wrong way.
how do we keep up with the module? esp students from a vastly different faculty
do you have any tips if we are looking to take philosophy as a second major?
What is the best mindset to have when approaching this module?
How well-versed in philosophical jargon do we need to be to properly experience this module?
The curve for this module is… very classical. Mostly because of large numbers. By the way, in case you are under some misinformation–the NUS curve is actually relatively forgiving. No one needs to fail, for instance. Also, if there’s good reason to deviate, we will just have to deviate and justify. I also take it a matter of doctrine to design modules that–in principle–everyone enrolled can pass. That is, I see it as my job to give you the sort of structured learning experience that, as long as you are willing to do the work, you will be able to learn and pass! So how to keep up? Take the intended workflow mentioned in W01 seriously and be consistent. Work together with tutorial small group mates and other peers–test each other’s understanding. Don’t be shy to reach out to your tutors or I to seek clarifications where needed. All this applies whether you are intended to take Philosophy as your first major, second major, minor, or just reading this module.
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