Courses & Units
Ideas & Critical Thinking 1 EUS027
Introduction
The Ideas & Critical Thinking 1 unit develops essential critical thinking and academic skills required in all UTAS faculties and disciplines.
It is a compulsory unit within the Foundation Studies Program and leads onto Ideas & Critical Thinking 2 (EUS028) in Semester 2.
You will consider different views on a range of complex issues and analyse evaluate and synthesise information to form your own conclusions.
You will learn to construct strong arguments and develop your skills in communicating your ideas. These skills are practiced through regular debates and class discussions. You will be required to participate in and lead tutorial discussions on current issues.
Summary
| Unit name | Ideas & Critical Thinking 1 |
|---|---|
| Unit code | EUS027 |
| Credit points | 7.5 |
| College/School | College of Business & Economics International School |
| Discipline | English Language Centre |
| Coordinator | Doctor Erin Roehrer |
| Available as an elective? | No |
| Delivered By |
Availability
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Learning Outcomes
- identify the components of strong arguments.
- construct strong arguments in oral and written work.
- effectively take part in tutorial discussions.
- write summary paragraphs which adhere to academic conventions including structure, style and referencing.
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| not applicable |
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Teaching
| Assessment | Direct Observations of Clinical Encounters (DOCEs) (10%)|Short Essay Questions (20%)|Tutorial Participation/Other Participation (20%)|Examination - invigilated (centrally) (50%) |
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| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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