Introduction to Logical Reasoning

Categories: Professional Development

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Join Our FREE Online Course: “Introduction to Logical Reasoning”

Discover the art of logical reasoning with our comprehensive online course, led by esteemed instructor Shri.Vishnu Kumar, Dean of Hindu Divinity School.

Course Dates: May 1st, 2025 – June 1st, 2025
Course Material: Shall be provided
Classes on Weekends
Grade Certificates shall be issued to successful learners

Course Highlights:

– Develop critical thinking skills to analyze arguments and make informed decisions
– Learn to identify biases, fallacies, and logical errors
– Improve your problem-solving abilities and think more clearly
– Explore the fundamentals of logic, including deductive and inductive reasoning
– Engage with a community of like-minded learners and receive support from our expert instructor

About Your Instructor:

Vishnu Kumar is an IIT IIM alumnus and an expert in startup mentoring, organizational behavior and strategic management. As the Dean of Hindu Divinity School, he brings an interesting and unique perspective to the course.

What You’ll Learn:

– The basics of logical reasoning and critical thinking
– How to analyze arguments and identify biases
– The principles of deductive and inductive reasoning
– How to apply logical reasoning to real-world problems

Who Should Take This Course:

– Students looking to improve their critical thinking skills
– Professionals seeking to enhance their problem-solving abilities
– Anyone interested in developing their logical reasoning skills

Course Content

Week 1: Basics of Logical Reasoning
Topic 1.1: Introduction to Logical Reasoning - Definition and importance of logical reasoning - Types of reasoning (deductive, inductive) Topic 1.2: Basic Concepts in Logic - Propositions, arguments, and conclusions - Premises and inferences Topic 1.3: Common Logical Fallacies Learning Outcomes: - Understand the basics of logical reasoning - Identify common logical fallacies

Week 2: Analyzing Arguments
Topic 2.1: Argument Structure - Claims, premises, and conclusions Topic 2.2: Evaluating Arguments - Strength and weakness of arguments - Identifying assumptions and biases Topic 2.3: Argumentation Theory - Introduction to formal and informal logic Learning Outcomes: - Analyze arguments and identify their structure - Evaluate the strength and weakness of arguments

Week 3: Inductive and Deductive Reasoning
Topic 3.1: Deductive Reasoning - Syllogisms and logical operators - Validity and soundness of arguments Topic 3.2: Inductive Reasoning - Generalization and analogy - Strength and weakness of inductive arguments Learning Outcomes: - Understand deductive and inductive reasoning - Apply logical operators and syllogisms

Week 4: Solving Logical Questions, Puzzles, and Problems
Topic 4.1: Logical Puzzles and Games - logic grids, and brain teasers - Strategies for solving logical puzzles Topic 4.2: Logical Problems and Case Studies - Real-world applications of logical reasoning - Analyzing complex problems and identifying solutions Topic 4.3: Critical Thinking Exercises - Practicing critical thinking and problem-solving skills Learning Outcomes: - Solve logical puzzles and problems - Apply critical thinking skills to real-world problems

Week 5: Assessment Test
Test Format: 50 multiple-choice questions - Test Duration: 30 minutes - Test Content:Covers all topics from weeks 1-4 Scoring: - 1 point per correct answer - No negative marking Certificate Criteria: - Course Pass Certificate: 25-29 points - Certificate of Merit: 30-39 points - Merit with Distinction Certificate: 40 points or more Assessment and Evaluation - The assessment test will evaluate students' understanding of logical and critical reasoning concepts. - The test will be multiple-choice, with 50 questions to be answered in 30 minutes. - Students will receive a certificate based on their score, as mentioned above.

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