Critical Thinking and Argumentation
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What is the topic of Week 1?

  • Critical Thinking Skills (1)
  • Understanding and Applying Critical Thinking
  • The Concept of Implication of Critical Thinking (correct)
  • Introduction to Logic

    • How many credit hours are assigned to Week 1?

  • 3 (correct)
  • 4
  • 5
  • 2

    • What is the title of the book by Bello, A.G.A.?

  • Understanding and Applying Critical Thinking
  • A Glossary for Critical Thinking
  • The Concept of Implication of Critical Thinking
  • Introduction to Logic (correct)

    • Who are the authors of the book 'Understanding and Applying Critical Thinking'?

    <p>Anderson, J., Inusah, H., Ifeanyi, E., &amp; Okyere, E.A.K.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the topic of Week 2?

    <p>Critical Thinking Skills (1)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the title of the book by Anderson, J.?

    <p>A Glossary for Critical Thinking</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the activity for Week 1?

    <p>GROUPING OF STUDENTS</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many credit hours are assigned to Week 2?

    <p>3</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of applying cognitive psychologists' prescribed solutions?

    <p>To develop a critical thinking mindset</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key outcome of using logical principles to think clearly?

    <p>Effective communication</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the title of the book by Bello, A.G.A. published in 2000?

    <p>Introduction to Logic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the focus of Week 1 in the course outline?

    <p>Introducing logic and critical thinking to respective areas of specialization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is the author of the book 'A Glossary for Critical Thinking'?

    <p>Anderson, J.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of presenting systematic, constructive, and convincing arguments?

    <p>To demonstrate a clear understanding of the topic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which year was the book 'Understanding and Applying Critical Thinking' published?

    <p>2019</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of critical thinking in development?

    <p>It helps in personal growth and development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main objective of listening critically?

    <p>To evaluate information and arguments objectively</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the title of the publication company mentioned in the text?

    <p>litemedya Publications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is the author of the book mentioned in the text published in 2004?

    <p>Gyekye, K.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the topic of the week 5 presentation?

    <p>How to Handle Definitions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main theme of the text?

    <p>Critical Thinking</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many authors are mentioned in the text for the book 'Understanding and Applying Critical Thinking'?

    <p>3</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the title of the philosophical work mentioned?

    <p>Philosophy and the African Experience</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which year was the book 'A Glossary for Critical Thinking' published?

    <p>2024</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of argument is examined in everyday examples?

    <p>Inductive and Deductive</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is the author of the book 'A Glossary for Critical Thinking'?

    <p>Anderson, J.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the publishing company mentioned in the text?

    <p>Sankofa Publishing Co.Ltd</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of assessment is mentioned in the text?

    <p>Interim Assessment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the topic of discussion in Week 68?

    <p>Argument Types</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who are the authors of the book 'Understanding and Deductive'?

    <p>Inusah, H., Ifeanyi, E., &amp; Okyere, E.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the title of the book by Gyekye, K.?

    <p>The Unexamined Life</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is the author of the book published in 2000?

    <p>Bello, A.G.A.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the publishing company associated with Gyekye, K.'s book?

    <p>Sankofa Publishing Co. Ltd</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what year was Anderson, J.'s book published?

    <p>2024</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the title of the book that deals with critical thinking?

    <p>Understanding and Applying Critical Thinking</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a title of a book?

    <p>Interim Assessment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is the author of the book titled 'A Glossary of Critical Thinking'?

    <p>Anderson, J.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what city was Gyekye, K.'s book published?

    <p>Accra</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Course Overview

    • The course focuses on cognitive psychology, logic, and critical thinking
    • Students will learn to identify problems, apply logical principles, and present convincing arguments

    Topic 1: Concepts of Logic and Critical Thinking

    • Introduction to logic and critical thinking and its relevance to various fields
    • Topics covered: implication, concepts of critical thinking, and introduction to logic

    Topic 2: Critical Thinking Skills

    • Students are introduced to critical thinking skills and domains of critical thinking
    • Topics covered: language functions, mind and language, and functions of language

    Topic 3: Handling Definitions

    • Students learn how to handle definitions and how they shape our thinking about the world
    • Topics covered: approaches to definition, different approaches to definition, and understanding critical thinking

    Topic 4: Argument Types

    • Introduction to types of arguments and identifying features of deductive and inductive arguments
    • Topics covered: everyday examples of arguments, examining and evaluating arguments, and identifying features of arguments

    Assessments

    • Weekly activities and readings assigned
    • Interim assessment in Week 7

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    Apply logical principles to think clearly, listen critically, and speak effectively. Develop skills to present convincing arguments and distinguish between good and flawed arguments.

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