SOCS 1405 - Critical Thinking in Society

Institution:

Alexandria Technical & Community College

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Description:

This course meets Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC) goal areas 2 and 7. This course deals with learning and applying various critical thinking strategies, problem solving techniques, and levels of critical analysis to improving social and personal relationships. In the context of diversity awareness and social tolerance, the learner examines form vs. content; validity, truth, and the soundness of arguments; and the difference between fact, judgment, and belief. This course teaches techniques for thinking and acting creatively, objectively, and clearly.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.alextech.edu

Phone Number:

(320) 762-0221

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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