Logic and Argumentation

Faith

"Unless you believe, you will not understand.” — St Augustine

Science

“He who thinks half-heartedly will not believe in God; but he who really thinks has to believe in God” — Isaac Newton

Reason

"Reason is our soul’s left hand, faith her right; By these we reach divinity..." — John Donne

Logic and Argumentation

In a world of conflicting claims and diverse beliefs, mastering logic and argumentation is essential for countering falsehoods. This course explores logic, ways of reasoning, critical thinking, and a wide range of fallacies, empowering Christians to discern truth and deepen their faith.

“Test everything; hold fast to what is good.”

1 Thessalonians 5

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Topics include:

1.

Why study logic

2.

Critical thinking and argumentation

3.

Deduction and Induction

4.

Formal logic

5.

Syllogisms

6.

Formal and informal fallacies

7.

Logic in Science, Philosophy and Theology

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Grades

- introductory -
grades 7 - 12

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Textbook

Clear Thinking in a Messy World

Additional material will be provided to augment the text, and as driven by student questions and interests.
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Prerequisite

No Prerequisites

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Next offered

TBD (contact us to be added to the notification list)

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Duration

one 75 min class per week for 14 weeks

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Tuition

$85 + cost of textbook