Philosophy 110 Course Syllabus
Course Description:
This course is an exploration of college-level critical thinking and writing that promotes self-awareness, independent thinking, and improved academic expression. Over the course of the semester we will examine philosophical methods of reasoning and composition, as well as the uses of informal logic and criticism in one’s personal life, college, work, and role in a democratic society. Specifically, Philosophy 110 is an introduction to the methods of sound reasoning, informal logic and other basic approaches to philosophical inquiry. Special attention will be paid to the analysis of deductive and inductive arguments, informal fallacies, and the nature and purpose of definition. This course prepares students for academic success in all disciplines. (Fun Fact: Philosophy Majors score higher than any other discipline on the GRE and the LSATs.) PREREQUISITE(S): English 101 or 101H with a grade of C or better.
Textbook Information:
Vaughn, Lewis. : The Power of Critical Thinking: Effective Reasoning About Ordinary and Extraordinary Claims, 4th edition (Oxford University Press, 2012).
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