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Skills to Analyze

Skills to Analyze

This course is part of Critical Thinking and Logical Reasoning Specialization

Instructor: Pearson

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1 module

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

Recommended experience

2 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Analyze arguments by mapping the relationship between claims, reasons, and conclusions to evaluate their structure.
Apply argument mapping to construct sound reasoning and articulate strategic counterarguments.

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There is 1 module in this course

Effectively analyze complex issues by learning to deconstruct any argument into its core components, such as claims, reasons, and premises. You will use argument mapping to visualize logical structures, examine counterarguments, and avoid the risks of oversimplification. Mastering this skill will empower you to critically evaluate information with greater precision and build more compelling, well-reasoned cases in your academic and professional life.

During this course, we will explore how to effectively utilize critical thinking skills to analyze issues. You will learn about the differences between claims and conclusions, as well as reasons, rationale, and premises. Additionally, you will learn how to effectively map an argument and its various counter arguments.

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2 assignments4 app items4 plugins

2 assignmentsTotal 60 minutes

Graded Quiz30 minutes
Practice Quiz30 minutes

4 app itemsTotal 50 minutes

Reading: Arguments and Claims pp. 88-9210 minutes
Reading: Mapping and Context pp. 93-9610 minutes
Reading: Map Analysis pp. 96-10420 minutes
Reading: Mapping Conventions pp. 104-10710 minutes

4 pluginsTotal 20 minutes

Interactive: Claim, Conclusion, Reason, and Argument5 minutes
Interactive: Words Signaling Conclusions Versus Reasons5 minutes
Interactive: Words Signaling Objection or a Counterargument5 minutes
Interactive: Mapping Conventions5 minutes

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