Intro to Philosophy | Common Elements of Philosophical Work | Dr. Gregory B. Sadler

support my work making Philosophy accessible -   / sadler   study philosophy 1-on-1 - https://reasonio.wordpress.com/tutori... take classes with me - https://reasonio.teachable.com/ This video was created for my 2021 Introduction To Philosophy class at Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design. In it, I discuss a number of common elements of philosophical work, including: Doctrines, Theses, and Principles Definitions and Essences Analogies and Examples Hypothetical Inferences and Thought Experiments Distinctions Enquiries, Explanations, and Accounts Argumentation and Arguments If you'd like to support my work producing videos like this, become a Patreon supporter! Here's the link to find out more - including the rewards I offer backers:   / sadler   You can also make a direct contribution to help fund my ongoing educational projects, by clicking here: https://www.paypal.me/ReasonIO If you're interested in philosophy tutorial sessions with me - especially on Stoic thought and works - click here: https://reasonio.wordpress.com/tutori... My videos are used by students, lifelong learners, other professors, and professionals to learn more about topics, texts, and thinkers in philosophy, religious studies, literature, social-political theory, critical thinking, and communications. These include college and university classes, British A-levels preparation, and Indian civil service (IAS) examination preparation (Amazon links are associate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases) #philosophy #introduction #boundaries