MOOC3+4(HTM) || very Flawless.
Which of the habits of mind or dispositions discussed in lesson 2.1a is reflected in the following
quote?
"When I started thinking about my assignment question, the first thing I did was to start applying
some of the techniques that I had learnt in my course. My lecturer had talked about a set of
criteria that could be applied to problems in my field, so I used that to start generating solutions."
Check one option.
A. Metacognition
B. Self-confidence
C. Being systematic
D. Being open-minded correct answers Being systematic
Which of the habits of mind or dispositions discussed in lesson 2.1a is reflected in the following
quote?
"The final assignment in my organisational behavior course was a complex case study
assignment about some issues in a large company. It's unrealistic to expect in a tricky situation
such as this that there is only one possible answer."
Check one option.
A. Maturity
B. Truth-seeking
C. Being analytical
D. Metacognition correct answers Maturity
Which of the habits of mind or dispositions discussed in lesson 2.1a is reflected in the following
quote?
"Through my university course my lecturers really helped me reflect on my own thinking
processes. One unit in particular made me do so using an online reflective blog. It was a bit of a
pain at the time, but I recognize now how useful it is."
Check one option.
A. Metacognition
B. Truth-seeking
C. Being analytical
D. Inquisitiveness correct answers Metacognition
Consider the following list of traits of the different spheres of argumentation.
1. Uses any example or means as evidence in arguments
2. No fixed rules for reasoning or evidence
3. Aimed at a specific audience
4. Tries to change opinions or values
5. Adheres to strict rules about data collection and analysis
6. Aimed at the general public
Which traits describe the technical sphere of argumentation? correct answers 3 and 5
Consider the following list of traits of the different spheres of argumentation.
1. Uses any example or means as evidence in arguments
,2. No fixed rules for reasoning or evidence
3. Aimed at a specific audience
4. Tries to change opinions or values
5. Adheres to strict rules about data collection and analysis
6. Aimed at the general public
Which traits describe the personal sphere of argumentation? correct answers 1 and 2
Which argument sphere does the following argument belong to?
"We definitely need the new rail system in this area. Buses are usually late, and it's a long way to
drive to the city. It's a bit more comfortable getting a train too I think."
Check one option.
A. The technical sphere of argumentation
B. The private sphere of argumentation.
C. The public sphere of argumentation
D. The personal sphere of argumentation correct answers The personal sphere of argumentation
Which of the following are characteristics of argument fields?
Check three options.
1. Agreement on what knowledge is
2. Shared opinion on the common object of study
3. Common object of study
4. Shared processes of thought
5. Shared academic discipline such as biology or law correct answers 1, 2 and 4
Apart from academic disciplines, what are some other things that can define an argument field?
Check two options.
1. Profession
2. Faculty
3. Courtroom
4. School of thought correct answers 1 and 4
What is a questioning stance, according to the lesson?
Check two options.
1. A way of approaching a text
2. A way of reading a text
3. A general way of life
4. A way of standing that improves concentration correct answers 1 and 3
Why is a questioning stance a central part of academic culture, according to Brick, Herke and
Wong (2016)?
Check one option.
A. Because students are assessed on their ability to adopt a questioning stance
B. Because students need to analyze the reliability of sources
C. Because it is a form of independent learning
D. Because argument and debate advance knowledge correct answers D. Because argument and
debate advance knowledge
,Why do we need to take a questioning stance in our learning at university?
Check one option.
A. Because it is so important in academic culture
B. To poke holes in an argument
C. To more fully understand the topic you are learning
D. To avoid the 'who cares' questions correct answers C. To more fully understand the topic you
are learning
Have a look at the following statement. Which sentence is the conclusion?
I have the right to leave work after lunch. According to the Universal Declaration of Human
Rights, article 24, everyone has the right to rest and leisure, including reasonable limitation of
working hours. I have been working an unreasonable amount of hours.
Check one option.
A. The first sentence
B. The second sentence
C. The third sentence correct answers A. The first sentence
Have a look at the following argument. What is one problem with the argument?
According to the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, article 24, everyone has the right to
rest and leisure, including reasonable limitation of working hours. I have been working an
unreasonable amount of hours. Therefore, I have the right to leave work after lunch.
Check one option.
A. The conclusion doesn't logically follow the premises.
B. The premises are not logically connected.
C. The first premise is not valid.
D. The second premise is not strong, because the definition of 'reasonable' is unclear and needs
to be further illustrated. correct answers D. The second premise is not strong, because the
definition of 'reasonable' is unclear and needs to be further illustrated.
Have a look at the following argument. What is the problem with the conclusion?
I have the right to leave work after lunch. According to the Universal Declaration of Human
Rights, article 24, everyone has the right to rest and leisure, including reasonable limitation of
working hours. I have been working an unreasonable amount of hours.
Check one option.
A. The conclusion comes before the premises.
B. The conclusion is not the most logical result of the premises.
C. The conclusion does not follow from the premises. correct answers B. The conclusion is not
the most logical result of the premises.
Have a look at the following passage. What is wrong with the argument?
Every morning, as it gets closer to midday, the temperature rises. At the same time, I always start
to feel hungry. Therefore, an increase in temperature makes me hungry.
Check one option.
A. It assumes that there is a cause-effect relationship between the two trends.
B. It draws a conclusion based on too few examples.
, C. It misrepresents the original argument. correct answers A. It assumes that there is a cause-
effect relationship between the two trends.
Which of the following statements can be considered hasty generalizations?
Check one option.
A. All generalizations are bad.
B. All homeless people are unemployed.
C. Winter months are colder than Summer months. correct answers B. All homeless people are
unemployed.
Have a look at the following passage. What is wrong with the counter-argument?
Argument: Research suggests that restorative and reparative punishments, such as community-
service sentences, result in a reduction of repeat offenders. This is particularly the case for minor,
non-violent offenses. The justice system should reduce the amount of prison sentences and
increase the number of community-service sentences for minor, non-violent offences.*
Counter-argument: According to crime statistics, between 50% and 60% of all released prisoners
will re-offend. If you take criminals out of jail and let them free on the street you will be putting
innocent people's lives in danger.*
*Arguments are fictional
Check one option.
A. It assumes that there is a cause effect relationship between the two trends.
B. It draws a conclusion based on too little evidence.
C. It misrepresents the original argument. correct answers C. It misrepresents the original
argument.
What is one of the downsides to using deductive reasoning in a university context?
Check one option.
A. Deductive reasoning needs to use strong, fixed language and this means it can be more easily
attacked and disproven than other forms of reasoning.
B. Deductive reasoning is weaker than other forms of reasoning.
C. Deductive reasoning uses probabilities and is therefore not always true. correct answers A.
Deductive reasoning needs to use strong, fixed language and this means it can be more easily
attacked and disproven than other forms of reasoning.
What are the two main types of reasoning that you find at university?
Check two options.
1, Reasoning that moves from general statements to specific conclusions.
2, Reasoning that moves from theory to practice
3, Reasoning that moves from specific observations to general conclusions
4, Reasoning using probabilities
5, Reasoning using generalizations. correct answers 1 and 3
Consider the following argument:
The Artape people have lived on the island of Staples for between 20,000 and 25,000 years. A
number of archaeological sites have been radiocarbon dated to around 19,000 BC, although there
is evidence of some tools being used by hunters as early as 23,000 BC. They are thought to have
