Veni, Vidi, Vici · Module 2 at a glance

Think critically

A claim is not the same as its reasons, and evidence comes in different weights. This module covers separating them and asking good questions first.

1. 2.1

   Lesson 2.1: What critical thinking is, and whether it can be taught

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2. 2.2

   Lesson 2.2: Claims, reasons and arguments

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3. 2.3

   Lesson 2.3: Three ways to reason: deduction, induction, abduction

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4. 2.4

   Lesson 2.4: Clear words: definitions, ambiguity and moving goalposts

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5. 2.5

   Lesson 2.5: Asking good questions: Socratic questioning

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6. 2.6

   Lesson 2.6: Weighing evidence: what counts and how much

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7. 2.7

   Lesson 2.7: Probability basics and updating your view

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8. 2.8

   Lesson 2.8: Reading charts and data without being fooled

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9. 2.9

   Lesson 2.9: Spotting persuasion tricks and propaganda techniques

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10. 2.10

    Lesson 2.10: News, social media and AI

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11. 2.11

    Lesson 2.11: Everyday claims: health, money, products and scams

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12. 2.12

    Lesson 2.12: Why conspiracy theories appeal, and how to talk with someone who believes one

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