DrElmar Unnsteinsson

Philosophy is one of the most engaging academic subjects in teaching; easily making itself relevant at any level of student competence. I have taught introductory courses in ethics, epistemology, and metaphysics, as well as more advanced seminars on topics in philosophy of mind, language or analytic philosophy more generally. In the age of social media and the constant barrage of information, philosophy can harness the seriousness and level-headedness needed to grapple with the actual problems facing people today. But, also, engaging with philosophy, especially together in groups, can be the most stimulating and rewarding of intellectual exercises, imparting skills for rational cooperation and critical thinking.