Critical thinking

About this programme

The course covers some of the methodological tools of analytic philosophy and critical thinking, with a particular focus on argumentation analysis. Basic skills in argumentation analysis—such as reconstructing and evaluating arguments—are practiced in relation to current societal issues. Central concepts and distinctions in critical thinking, as well as those necessary for mastering argumentation analysis, are explored in depth. Examples include truth, rational belief, valid and sound arguments, and the distinction between deductive and inductive strength. If you are interested in further deepening your understanding of various aspects of argumentation analysis, the course Methodology: Logic and Argumentation Analysis , 7.5 ECTS (course code FIMLA0 ), is recommended as a complement. The teaching primarily consists of lectures and/or seminars. In addition to these scheduled sessions, students are expected to devote a significant portion of their time to independent study in order to actively engage with the course literature and any other materials used in the course. Reading instructions, detailed course planning, etc. will be posted on the course's Canvas page. Admitted students who have activated their student account and have been registered for the course will automatically become participants on the course's Canvas page. The course is assessed through a written exam and graded according to the A–F grading scale. The most common forms of examination are in-class (written) exams and take-home exams. It is important that you familiarize yourself with Stockholm Univer