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Critical and Creative Thinking (PHIL90021)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
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Semester 1
Overview
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This subject focuses on how we can best develop and harness good ideas. The approach will combine the general and particular. On the general side, we will discuss philosophical questions about conceptual innovation and the nature of truth, and will look at a range of thinking tools, from formal logic to creativity heuristics. On the particular side, we shall study some shining examples of critical and creative thinking in philosophy, science, and the arts.
Intended learning outcomes
On successful completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- Understand, identify, analyse and synthesise major theories of critical and creative thinking
- Demonstrate critical understanding of critical and creative processes
- Demonstrate critical and creative thinking and the application of these forms of thinking to the workplace
- Demonstrate the ability to undertake independent research
- Conduct all activities in an ethical and responsible manner, demonstrating high levels of academic integrity.
Generic skills
- Critical and creative thinking skills through writing and discussion
- Competence in conceptualising theoretical problems
- Skills in time management and planning through managing workloads for reading and assessment requirements.
Last updated: 8 November 2024