— Philosophy of Language: Truth & Meaning
Comparative treatment of theories about the relationship between truth and meaning. Topics include: the identification of meaning with truth conditions, the nature of propositions, theories of linguistic understanding, the roles of mind and world in determining meaning.
Topics
- the identification of meaning with truth conditions
- the nature of propositions
- theories of linguistic understanding
- the roles of mind and world in determining meaning
Topics explicitly listed in official catalogue description
Prerequisites & course information
Course Description: Comparative treatment of theories about the relationship between truth and meaning. Topics include: the identification of meaning with truth conditions, the nature of propositions, theories of linguistic understanding, the roles of mind and world in determining meaning. Learning Activities: Lecture/Discussion 3 hour(s), Extensive Writing. Grade Mode: Letter. General Education: Arts & Humanities (AH); Writing Experience (WE). Learning Activities: Lecture/Discussion 3 hour(s), Extensive Writing. Grade Mode: Letter. General Education: Arts & Humanities (AH); Writing Experience (WE).
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026-2027