Simon ives

Joined 10 May 2008

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There I am in Darjeeling

Simon Robert Ives (born July 18, 1981) is a philosophy student and Tabla player.

Background

 

  • Optimism should have a separate page that focuses on the philosophical idea of optimism and distinguishes the philosophical view from "positive thinking" and other everyday uses of the word.
  • Philosophy of social science, has some okay points but requires elaboration on Wittgenstein and Winch, perhaps other linguistic critiques, whether logical positivist or postmodernist.
  • Exchange value needs to be redone, it shouldn't be under 'Marxist theory'- although it's an important component of Marxist theory it's also vital for all economics. That said the article's weight on Marx is also absurd.
  • German Idealism and the articles related to it may need to be rewritten or expanded to avoid undue weight on Arthur Schopenhauer.
  • Protected values first section confuses right action and values and needs a copy edit, moving and wikifying
  • Quality (philosophy) needs a more clear explanation.
  • Socratic dialogues could do with some tidying and clarification. See the talk page for one suggested change.
  • Problem of universals: The introductory definition is (perhaps) fixed. But, the article is poor. Check out the German version.
  • Teleology: the article is shallow and inconsistent.
  • Existentialism: the quality of this article varies wildly and is in desperate need of expert attention.
  • Analytic philosophy This is a very major topic, but still has several sections which are stubs, and several topics which are not covered.
  • Lifeworld A philosophical concept that seems to have fallen exclusively into the hands of the sociologists. Could use some attention; it's a major and complex issue in phenomenology.
  • Perception Needs the attention of philosophically minded Wikipedians. This is only the start of an overhaul of perception and related articles.

Under Construction

Academic Studies

Simon began his academic studies externally at La Trobe University in 2005 studying hindi. Simon is working towards a B.A. (Hons) in Philosophy from both Macquarie University and the University of Queensland.

Universities Simon Has Studied With

La Trobe University

Macquarie University

University of Queensland

Griffith University

University of South Australia

Murdoch University

Web Presences

Websites

Social Networks

Instant Messaging

(none of these addresses are monitored for email use)

  • MSN - simon.ives@live.com.au
  • Google Talk - simon.ives.au@gmail.com
  • Yahoo - simon_ives
  • Skype - simon_ives
  • Aim - ivessimon
  • ICQ - 413421473
  • IRC - simon_ives@irc.freenode.net


Wiki Pages Simon's Working On

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Music

Wiki Groups & Projects Simon's Working With

Simon's Wikipedia Signature

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Simon @ Wikimedia

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