SPCH 228 - Argument and Reasoning MnTC Goals

Institution:

Ridgewater College

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Description:

An introduction to the field of argumentation, addressing the basic structure, types and critical analysis of argument. Students will learn to identify types of reasoning, argument fallacies and pseudo reasoning, and will apply this knowledge in the construction of arguments supporting and attacking given positions. A course designed to improve a student's critical thinking skills.

Credits:

9.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ridgewater.edu/Pages/default.aspx

Phone Number:

(800) 722-1151

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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