Logic and Semiotics 3002-1LLS1CE
Contents of the series of classes: Sentences (propositions) in the logical sense ot the term. Clear expressions versus vague and ambiguous statements. Formulating statements versus insinuating. Sour5ces of beliefs. Explicit and implicit opinions; rational versus irrational. Argumentative utterences. Material and formal correctnes of reasoning. Identification of premises and conclusions. Suppressed prem,ises. Deductive (foolproof) reasoning: intuitive assesment, logical assesment. Probabilistic reasoning. Most common logical errors. Clasisfication and typology. Review of arguments using non-logical divices (expert opinions, the principle of "equal measure", the "slippery slope" argument). Principles of rational discusion. Insoluble debates.
Type of course
Mode
Course coordinators
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Learning outcomes
Knowledge:
Student will spot logical errors and know how to argue in an honest and fair manner.
Skills:
Student will learn how to formulate a good argument without using eristic tricks or demagoguery.
Competence:
Student will recognize a serious agukment and not confuse it with a propaganda statement.
Assessment criteria
Regular attendance plus a written test.
Bibliography
Teresa Hołówka: "Kultura logiczna w przykładach". Warszawa: PWN 2006.
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