In the second unit in this class, we have focused on the mind. Specifically, we

In the second unit in this class, we have focused on the mind. Specifically, we
considered the question of the mind-body problem; what is the mind? How is it related
to the body or brain? Topic: Searle’s Chinese Room thought
experiment.
Like in the first paper, you must identify the argument accurately from the texts I provide
and report it clearly. This paper adds one element to the first essay, however. After you
have presented the argument for your chosen view and supported it with quotes and
explanation from the assigned text, you must come up with an objection to the new and
then evaluate the debate. This can be your own idea or taken from one of our other
readings.
What your paper must contain:
Paragraph One: the thesis. Identify the view you are discussing and provide a quote
where your chosen author states the core claim of the view.
Next two to four paragraphs: Present the author’s argument. Over the next two to
four paragraphs, present the author’s argument for the answers you stated in the first
paragraph. You must support and explain their argument using quotes from the text I
provided. Please do not use any other sources or texts other than those I provide.
Do not cite other versions or editions of these texts, either. You may also cite my
handouts and lecture, but these cannot replace the text.
Objection: Spend one paragraph presenting what you take to be the strongest single
objection to the argument you just presented int he previous paragraphs. You can come
up with your own objection, or take one from our readings. You do not need to quote in
this paragraph, but do cite your sources.
Evaluation. Finally, evaluate the argument and the objection. Does the objection defeat
the argument? Or does the original view have the resources to resist or respond to the
objection? Give reasons why you think the objection succeeds or fails.
Remember to consult the grading rubric to see how you will be graded, and what you
need to do to succeed. And don’t forget to cite!
Your paper must be at least three full pages long (double spaced, 12 point font, etc).
The title page and works cited/bibliography pages do not count toward this number