Critical thinking is a skill that we have to develop in order to function fully as a person.
It enables us to identify, evaluate and resolve issues in our relationships, workplace and
other aspects of our lives. The aim of this one semester course is to create an awareness of
the importance of critical thinking in all areas of our lives, and to assist us to become
better critical thinkers.
Course Content
Among the topics covered are:
The nature and benefits of critical
thinking. Characteristics of a good critical thinker. Critical thinking and
self-development. Barriers to critical thinking. Understanding fallacies.
Select Bibliography
EPSTEIN, Richard L., Critical Thinking, Wadsworth, Cengage Learning,
Belmont,2006.
BOSS, Judith A., Critical Thinking and Logic Skills For Everyday
Life, McGraw Hill, New York, 2012.
Lecture Hours
2 hrs per week for 2nd Semester
Lecturer
Fr Steven Lim
College General Jalan Cengai, Tanjung Tokong 11200 Tanjung Bungah Pulau
Pinang, Malaysia
Phone +604 890 2002 Facsimile +604 890 6382
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