The rational gambler: what the philosopher can learn from the gambler 3800-RH24-M

After completing the course the student:
• Knows the basic ways to evaluate the rationality of decisions;
• Knows the various definitions of random events.;
• Knows the properties of probabilistic models used to describe gambling games;
• Applies the language of probability calculus and decision theory to the analysis of selected philosophical problems;
• Knows how to evaluate the correctness of an inference;
• Knows how to analyze complex philosophical arguments, identify the theses and assumptions that comprise them, and establish logical relationships between theses;
• Is ready to identify the knowledge and skills he possesses;
• Is ready to recognize gaps in his knowledge and skills and to look for opportunities to remedy these gaps;
• Is willing to accept new ideas and possibly change his position in the light of available data and arguments.

The prerequisite for passing the course is solving the tasks placed on the COME platform assigned to each lecture and passing the final test. Each class will begin with a test on which you will need to answer one of five questions given earlier, relating to the previous lecture. Persons who obtain very good results in the tests will be exempt from the final test. The final credit will consist of selected questions that were previously given as questions for the quiz.
Number of absences allowed: 2

Additional information (registration calendar, class conductors, localization and schedules of classes), might be available in the USOSweb system:

• Description of 3800-RH24-M in USOSweb