PHIL 150
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Reasoning and Writing
Philosophy
College of Humanities
Course Description
Informal grammar, logic, and rhetoric as tools for reading and writing. Library research.
When Taught
All Semesters/Terms
Min
3
Fixed/Max
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Recommended
Recommended for philosophy majors and minors
Note
No course challenges accepted.
Title
Writing and Rhetoric
Learning Outcome
Write clearly on a well-defined topic using correct grammar and conventions appropriate to philosophy, and employing a voice, tone, and diction suited to one's intended audience.
Title
Critical Reasoning
Learning Outcome
Learn basic logic skills used in critical reasoning and be able to identify invalid, unsound, and fallacious arguments
Title
Basic Writing
Learning Outcome
Cultivate basic reading and writing skills including summarizing, paraphrasing, prewriting, drafting, revising, editing, and proofreading
Title
Basic Research
Learning Outcome
Use appropriate research tools including library and internet resources, and apply them to the writing of a cogent philosophical essay
