PHIL 105 - Critical Reasoning

Institution:

Northern Illinois University

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Description:

Introduction to basic principles of rational argument evaluation in everyday life. Topics may include deductive reasoning, informal fallacies, statistical and probabilistic reasoning, causal inference, rational decision making, scientific reasoning, and the nature of evidence and proof. Emphasis on sharpening students' abilities to evaluate arguments. Students may not receive credit for both PHIL 103 and PHIL 105. Credits: 3

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.niu.edu

Phone Number:

(800) 892-3050

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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