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Joseph Forte is an Assistant Professor of Philosophy at Rivier University, specializing in the epistemology, ethics, and metaphysics of Plato, with a focus on hope and psychagogy in Platonic myths of the afterlife. He also contributes to research on Aristotle, the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning, and the value of humanities education.
- Education:
- Ph.D., The Catholic University of America
- M.A., Boston College
- B.A., College of the Holy Cross
Dr. Forte teaches courses including Theories of Ethics, Bioethics, Epistemology, and Introduction to Ethics, integrating film analysis in his textbook Moral Issues and Movies. His research emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches and philosophical pedagogy.
In 2024, he published the first revised edition of his textbook on ethical theories through film. His recent works examine Plato’s Philebus, interdisciplinary course design, and the philosophical implications of Ted Lasso.
He has contributed to Philosophical News and the Review of Metaphysics, with a focus on ancient philosophy, moral philosophy, and educational innovation. His articles from 2016-2024 demonstrate sustained engagement with Plato’s ethical and metaphysical frameworks.
