SSS035 Critical Thinking (6)
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Being able to think and read critically are key skills required for success in university studies. Moreover, they assist with all areas of life. This subject will teach students, via extensive practice, how to think critically about claims and reasons as well as how to adopt a critical approach to reading, both of which are particularly relevant for responding effectively in assessment tasks. |
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+ Subject Availability Modes and Location
| Term 1 | | Online | Orange Campus | Term 2 | | Online | Orange Campus | Term 3 | | Online | Orange Campus |
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: SSS035
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
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Subject information| Duration | Grading System | School: |
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| One session | SY/US | Academic Success |
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Learning OutcomesUpon successful completion of this subject, students should:
- be able to identify arguments
- be able to critically evaluate
- be able to participate effectively in academic debate
- be able to read critically
- be able to identify credible sources relevant to particular discussions
- know when to be critical of claims and reasons
- know how to be critical of claims
- know how to be critical of reasons
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SyllabusThe subject will cover the following topics:
- how to critically evaluate the truth of claims
- how to critically evaluate the quality of reasons
- how to adopt a critical approach to reading
- knowing when to be critical of claims and reasons
- knowing how to be critical of claims
- knowing how to be critical of reasons
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The information contained in the 2017 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 25 August 2017. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.
