Relations of assumptions to critical thinking
The essential components of a logical argument.
Exploring if people have "free will"
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Briefly discuss how you see your current level of thinking. How skilled do you feel your thinking is right now? Give recent examples in your own life where you have used first-order and second-order thinking.
What role does language and language diversity play in critical thinking. How does language empower or limit the expression of our thoughts? What is the role of critical thinking in persuasion?
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Examples of logical fallacies pointed out in 10 brief arguments.
Identify any examples of fallacies in the following passages. Tell why you think these are fallacies, and identify which category they belong in, if they fit any category we’ve described. 1. Letter to the editor: “I would like to express my feelings on the recent conflict between county supervisor Blanche Wilder and Murdock C ...continues
Evaluating conclusions based on premises for 12 arguments.
Given the premises, discuss whether the conclusion of each argument that follows is (a) true beyond a reasonable doubt, (b) probably true, or (c) possibly true or possibly false. You should expect disagreement on these items, but the closer your answers are to your instructor’s, the better. 1. The sign on the parking meter says ...continues
Detailed analysis of arguments in 'Controlling Irrational Fears After 9/11'
Student question: Read the article “Controlling Irrational Fears After 9/11” on pp. 456-458 of Appendix 1. Identify at least two arguments in the article. Outline the premises and conclusions of each argument you find. Then, answer the following questions for each argument, making sure to explain how you arrived at your an ...continues
Resource: “Terri Schiavo’s Parents” news clip View the CNN Pipeline news clip located on aXcess for Week Eight. Post your response to the following: State your stance on the Terri Schiavo case, and identify the moral value judgment that influenced you to choose your stance. An example of a stance ...continues
