Argomenti dell'insegnamento
° Diagnosis of the present era in light of classical positions of philosophy ° Between the present future and the future present: How does “the new” come into the world? ° The paradox of the future ° On the constitution of transformative knowledge ° Uncertainty and risk as elements of transformative knowledge ° From transformative knowledge to responsible decision-making ° Relata of responsibility ° Systemic and ethical responsibility ° Fundamentals of decision-making ° Measure, measuring, excess (lack of measure): horizons of decision-making ° Crisis, criterion, critique: moments of decision-making ° What does responsible and transformative decision-making mean? What requires responsible and transformative decisions?

Insegnamenti propedeutici
None

Modalità di insegnamento
Front-of-class and seminar style teaching. Students are required to prepare readings and are encouraged to participate in class discussions. — Supplementary exercises will address central topics and key concepts from the course.

Modalità d'esame
Final exam at the end of the term that consists of open questions to assess knowledge and understanding. Exam preparation should be based on the topics covered and the readings discussed in class. In addition to that, each student is expected to present and to submit an essay. The topic has to be established in accordance with the lecturer.

Criteri di valutazione
The written exam counts for 70%, the presentation and written version of the essay for 30% of the final mark.. Relevant for the assessment: • knowledge and understanding • ability to ask adequate questions • critical thinking • analytical strength