Philosophy of work

Personal Philosophy of Work

Overview

In this course, you have learned about how different philosophers discuss work. You have also become a philosopher yourself. For this final assignment, imagine you are a philosopher like Kant, Aristotle, and the rest, and create your own philosophy of work.

Instructions

Write an essay of 3–4 pages in which you describe your philosophy of work based on what you have learned in this class, including the activities you completed earlier in this week. In your essay:

· Provide a personal philosophy of work.

· Discuss ways in which work can contribute to a life of meaning, value, and purpose.

· Discuss the difference between work as a calling and work done merely for money.

· Address assignment purpose in a well-organized text, incorporating appropriate evidence and tone in grammatically sound sentences.

Additional Requirements

Your assignment should also meet the following requirements:

· Written communication:  Written communication is free of errors that detract from the overall message.

· Length: 3–4 typed, double-spaced pages.

· Font and font size: Times New Roman, 12 point.

By successfully completing this assignment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and assignment criteria:

· Competency 1: Define different interpretations of work.

· Discuss the difference between work as a calling and work done merely for money.

· Competency 4: Develop a personal philosophy of work.

· Provide a personal philosophy of work and its purpose.

· Discuss ways in which work can contribute to a life of meaning, value, and purpose.

· Competency 5: Address assignment purpose in a well-organized text, incorporating appropriate evidence and tone in grammatically sound sentences.

· Adhere to the rules of grammar, usage, and mechanics.