Philosophy Study Tools

What is specific about philosophical reading? Which tips and guidelines can you follow to improve your understanding of philosophical texts? Here is a ten-steps list for the beginners and the more experienced.

How to write a solid philosophy paper? Which practices should you follow and which ones to avoid? Here are ten simple and general steps you can adopt.

Philosophy is one of the most spontaneous and profound activities humans can pursue; but, what can you do with a major in philosophy? Here are eleven reasons to choose the examined life .

Before drafting a philosophy paper, there are a few things to bear in mind. First of all, in philosophy, clarity trumps style. The fun part is to make all the pieces fit neatly together. If you feel confused, take a break. But the most certain path to clarity is avoiding certain mistakes. This can be easily done. Here are nine of the most common...

How can we tell a good philosophical argument from a bad one? On his personal page, Jim Pryor offers some useful tips.

Some handy tips and guidelines to properly approach the study of philosophy.

A guide to online archives for philosophical resources.