Writing Fun With Logical Reasoning: Clearer Thinking and Richer Writing
Class experience
US Grade 4 - 7
Good critical thinking, reading, and writing, is based on sound reasoning. In this class we will study the logical fallacies that weaken good arguments as a means to detect these fallacies and avoid them in our own thinking and writing. This will be done with word games and fun writing exercises that will push students and raise their confidence as they see their thoughts on paper. Students will engage in verbal discussions focusing on one logical fallacy each class. We will look at colorful...
Students will grow in awareness of the elements of faulty reasoning. Students will become more confident writers and speakers as they discuss fallacies and write responses.
Gaining a B.A. and M.A. in English has immersed me in the world of critical thinking, reading, and writing which embraces logical thinking. This has been followed up by having eight adult children who love constructive debate and discussion.
Homework Offered
Students will write a paragraph each week. This should take an hour or less.0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Students will receive verbal feedback in class.Grades Offered
Receiving a master’s degree in English from BYU with an emphasis in creative writing was the beginning of a lifelong love affair with all things creative: novels, plays, movies, painting, music, dance, origami, cosplay, juggling, computer games,...
Group Class
$96
for 8 classes1x per week, 8 weeks
55 min
Completed by 18 learners
Live video meetings
Ages 9-13
3-10 learners per class