SSS064 Critical Thinking (4)

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.

Subject Outlines
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Availability

Term 1 (75)
Online
Orange Campus

Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: SSS064. Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.

Subject Information

Grading System

SY/US

Duration

One session

School

Office for Students

Subject Relationships

SSS035 Same content

Learning Outcomes

Upon 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

Syllabus

This 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

Contact

Current Students

For any enquiries about subject selection or course structure please contact Student Central or ask@csu.edu.au or phone on 1800 275 278.

Prospective Students

For further information about Charles Sturt University, or this course offering, please contact info.csu on 1800 275 278 (free call within Australia) or enquire online.

The information contained in the 2018 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: August 2018. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.

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