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PHIL 4
Critical Thinking


Course Description

This course is an introduction to the study of argumentation, critical evaluation, and the use of language in the interpretation of diverse forms of discourse. It explores practical applications of critical thinking skills in everyday situations such as problem solving and evaluation of arguments.

Student Learning Outcomes

  • Identify and analyze a variety of rhetorical and argumentative techniques.
  • Analyze and assess a variety of rhetorical and argumentative texts.
  • Develop original and complex arguments.
  • Demonstrate an application of the tools of reasoning to personal actions and decisions.

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Course Details

Units
4 Units
Hours
  • Weekly Lecture Hours: 4
  • Weekly Lab Hours: 0
Gen Ed
General Education Class
Program Status
Program Applicable
Credit
Credit - Degree Applicable
Transferability
Transferable to both UC and CSU
Grading Method
Letter Grading

Requisite and Advisory

Advisory(ies)
EWRT 1A or EWRT 1AH or ESL 5
Prerequisite(s)
Corequisite(s)

Limitations on Enrollment and Entrance Skills

Limitation(s) on Enrollment
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