As You Practice - Week #03

MORE PRACTICE

This week we will continue fine-tuning our ability to recognize an argument's conclusion and premise(s).  It may seem like "mere repetition."  But it's important.  It's about fine-tuning and improving our skills. 

It's time to start practicing.  To help you, this week you will have "Practice Quizzes" and "Handouts."  I recommend you begin with the Practice Quizzes and then move onto the Handouts.  However, you may review our practice examples in any order you find helpful.  But do practice.  Like many skills, practice will be key when learning how to think critically. 

As you review our practice examples and prepare for this week's Required Skills Quiz, keep the following in mind.  Remember what an argument is.  Remember the difference between the conclusion and a premise.  Remember to look for indicator words.  Remember to look at other contextual clues (especially in dialogues). 

Finally, remember to ask questions when you're confused.  You can ask the teacher and students questions on our Online Office Discussion Board.  You also can send the instructor a private message through Canvas or email.   If you don't practice enough or you don't ask questions, most students will do poorly on our required quizzes.