PHIL 111 - Critical Thinking And Writing In Philosophy

    Recent Professors
    Chris Kramer, Dennis Gagnon
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Summer 2025
    Class Size
    36 students
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000E or ENGL C1000H.
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 1B · IGETC Area 1B · CSU GE Area A3
    Description
    Examination of the basic elements of logic, including the study of the principles of inductive and deductive reasoning, their relevance to problem-solving, scientific method, and argument analysis/evaluation. Development of critical thinking skills, including identifying and evaluating arguments, recognizing informal fallacies, and the uses and misuses of language in a variety of contexts. Integration of critical thinking skills with the techniques of effective argumentative writing, addressing themes of social and multicultural relevance. (Fulfills Critical Thinking requirement for IGETC/CSU General Education.)
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 11:10am–12:30pm, Mon Wed 12:45pm–2:05pm