PHILOSOPHY & MODERN TRENDS OF BIOLOGY
| Title | ΦΙΛΟΣΟΦΙΑ ΚΑΙ ΣΥΓΧΡΟΝΕΣ ΤΑΣΕΙΣ ΒΙΟΛΟΓΙΑΣ / PHILOSOPHY & MODERN TRENDS OF BIOLOGY |
| Code | GM.01.05 |
| Faculty | Sciences |
| School | Biology |
| Cycle / Level | 1st / Undergraduate |
| Teaching Period | Winter |
| Coordinator | Ilias Kappas |
| Common | Yes |
| Status | Active |
| Course ID | 40001164 |
Programme of Study: PPS Tmīma Viologías (2017-sīmera)
Registered students: 140
| Orientation | Attendance Type | Semester | Year | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KORMOS | Compulsory Course | 3 | 2 | 3 |
| Academic Year | 2023 – 2024 |
| Class Period | Winter |
| Faculty Instructors | |
| Weekly Hours | 2 |
| Class ID | 600232164
|
Course Type 2021
General Knowledge
Course Type 2016-2020
- Background
- General Knowledge
Course Type 2011-2015
General Foundation
Mode of Delivery
- Face to face
Digital Course Content
- e-Study Guide https://qa.auth.gr/en/class/1/600232164
Language of Instruction
- Greek (Instruction, Examination)
Prerequisites
General Prerequisites
Basic knowledge in Biology.
Learning Outcomes
Understanding the highlights of humanity (mankind) in History and Philosophy of Biology. Analysis of the major theories of Biology. Modern views: controversies, convergence of views about the phenomenon of life. Assessment of the role of history in sciences. Awareness and assessment of biology as a science and way of life. Analysis and synthesis of theories, development of combinatorial and critical skills.
General Competences
- Apply knowledge in practice
- Adapt to new situations
- Make decisions
- Work autonomously
- Work in teams
- Work in an international context
- Work in an interdisciplinary team
- Generate new research ideas
- Appreciate diversity and multiculturality
- Respect natural environment
- Demonstrate social, professional and ethical commitment and sensitivity to gender issues
- Be critical and self-critical
- Advance free, creative and causative thinking
Course Content (Syllabus)
Lectures: The intergration of Biology as science: Milestones. Teleology and randomness in biological systems: views, evidence, proofs. Levels of organization in biological systems. Genetic material and environment. Concepts of stability and change. Survival strategies. The evolutionary process. Alternative views. Current trends in biological research and practice. Bioethical impact of progress in biological research. Humans as members and modulators of biological systems.
Tutorial: Projection of topical films – analysis – conversation.
Educational Material Types
- Notes
- Book
Use of Information and Communication Technologies
Use of ICT
- Use of ICT in Course Teaching
- Use of ICT in Communication with Students
- Use of ICT in Student Assessment
Description
Power Point presentations, e-communication, use of elearning.
Course Organization
| Activities | Workload | ECTS | Individual | Teamwork | Erasmus |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lectures | 26 | 1.0 | ✓ | ||
| Seminars | 6 | 0.2 | ✓ | ||
| Reading Assigment | 40 | 1.6 | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Exams | 3 | 0.1 | |||
| Total | 75 | 3 |
Student Assessment
Description
Written examination on course material. Examination and answers to questions of knowledge or judgment.
Student Assessment methods
- Written Exam with Multiple Choice Questions (Summative)
- Written Exam with Short Answer Questions (Summative)
- Written Exam with Extended Answer Questions (Summative)
Bibliography
Course Bibliography (Eudoxus)
1. Σκούρας, Ζ. 2019. Ταξιδεύοντας στην εποχή του ανθρώπου. Εκδόσεις ΓΕΡΜΑΝΟΣ, Θεσσαλονίκη.
2. Rose S (Ελληνική Έκδοση) (2005) Μονοπάτια της Ζωής. Βιολογία, Ελευθερία, Ντετερμινισμός. Εκδόσεις Κάτοπτρο, Αθήνα.
Last Update
31-10-2022
