Monday, February 13, 2023

Essay #1: Socialism vs. Capitalism; Naturalism vs. Supernaturalism

Compose a 2-3 pp. CRITO-based, argumentative essay following closely the guidelines as indicated in handout QA (which identifies the necessary components of a successful essay).  (Review as necessary handouts CR1-CR3.)  

We will do this in two stages: 1. compose the CRITO outline; and 2. Compose the final essay.

Topic: (choose one)

a. Is socialism or capitalism more compatible with human nature?

b. Does Clark's "pragmatic empiricism" represent a viable solution to the "culture wars"?

Due date for the CRITO outline only: Friday, 2/17, hard copy, in class.

Due date for the final essay based on your outline: Wednesday, 2/22, hard copy, in class.