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Logic and Reasoning Fundamentals
Learn what logical reasoning is and how it can help in the workplacePreview the first lesson free — get full access to all 5 lessons.
Intermediate Provider : David Hahn 5 Lessons · 10m in Arabic, German, English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Chinese
Course Description
Logical reasoning gives us the ability to understand the world around us. We use it for everything from word puzzles and finding items we misplace to deciding what’s best to do next when it matters most. Logical reasoning is a form of problem-solving that allows us to distinguish correct conclusions from incorrect ones. There is a common misconception that using logical reasoning excludes emotion or wastes time. But this isn’t true, and it is a valuable skill to have in the workplace. You can use it to solve problems and make critical decisions that could determine the success of your business. So how do you make an argument using logical reasoning? What makes a good argument?
In this course, Logic and Reasoning Fundamentals, you will learn the steps of using logical reasoning to create an argument. These skills can be improved in many ways, like asking questions and noticing patterns. You will also learn how to evaluate arguments using logic. Bad arguments are weak, invalid, and unsound. By the end of this course, you will have the knowledge to create better arguments and make more informed decisions.
What You'll Learn
- Describe the fundamentals of logical reasoning
- Recognize the relationship between logical reasoning and problem solving
- Explain the process of creating an argument
- Identify how to evaluate arguments using logic
- Improve reasoning skills by asking questions and noticing patterns
Key Takeaways
- Logical reasoning is a form of problem-solving that allows us to distinguish correct conclusions from incorrect ones.
- Contrary to a common misconception, using logical reasoning does not exclude emotion or waste time, and it is a valuable workplace skill.
- Logical reasoning can be used to solve problems and make critical decisions that affect the success of a business.
- Reasoning skills can be improved in many ways, such as asking questions and noticing patterns.
- Bad arguments are weak, invalid, and unsound.
Frequently Asked Questions
What will I learn in this course?
You will learn the steps of using logical reasoning to create an argument, how to improve these skills by asking questions and noticing patterns, and how to evaluate arguments using logic so you can create better arguments and make more informed decisions.
What topics does this course cover?
The course covers the fundamentals of logical reasoning, the relationship between logical reasoning and problem solving, the process of creating an argument, and how to evaluate arguments. Lessons include Introduction, Logical Reasoning, Logical Thinking and Problem-Solving, Evaluating Arguments, and Test Your Knowledge.
Why is logical reasoning useful in the workplace?
Logical reasoning is a valuable workplace skill because you can use it to solve problems and make critical decisions that could determine the success of your business.
What makes an argument a bad one?
According to the course, bad arguments are weak, invalid, and unsound.
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