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Summary for Critical Reasoning PLS2601
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This document provides a summary of the course Critical Reasoning (PLS2601). Topics covered include writing, definition, and argument types. As well as fallacies and mapping an argument.

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  • October 17, 2024
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PLS 2601




Critical Reasoning




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2024

, What is Critical Reasoning?


Critical Reasoning is not dogma.
Dogma is unquestioned information from an authority.
Critical Reasoning terms also used:
- Clear thinking
- Clear reasoning
- Thinking for yourself
- Informed reasoning
- Critical self-reflection
Critical reasoning is not the same as formal logic


Thinking critically about own beliefs:
- Examine assumptions
- Acknowledge biases/ prejudices
- Be suspicious of dogma


Standard Form = argument written out in a way that makes the conclusions
and premises clear.




Writing types (5)


1- Descriptive = describes a situation or object
2- Narrative = tells a story
3- Explanatory = explains or informs
4- Instructive = instructions given to complete a task
5- Argumentative = defends positions

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