PHILO 49 - Introduction to Critical Thinking

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Cabrillo College

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3 units; 3 hours Lecture Prerequisite: ENGL 1A/1AH/1AMC/1AMCH. Presents techniques for analyzing arguments used in political rhetoric, advertisements, editorials, scientific claims and social commentary. Develops the ability to create and refine written arguments. Topics include inductive and deductive arguments, the validity and consistency of arguments, the relationship between evidence and conclusions, persuasive writing strategies, the concerns of style and audience, and impediments to good reasoning. Satisfies the IGETC Critical Thinking requirement. Transfer Credit: Transfers to CSU. Transfers to UC.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.cabrillo.edu

Phone Number:

(831) 479-6100

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

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Semester

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