Duration
30h Th
Number of credits
Lecturer
Coordinator
Language(s) of instruction
Spanish language
Organisation and examination
Teaching in the second semester
Schedule
Units courses prerequisite and corequisite
Prerequisite or corequisite units are presented within each program
Learning unit contents
Training in argumentation, both written and oral: development of a coherent thread, focused on a methodical structuring of ideas/arguments and the use of logical links. Also, training in critical analysis of arguments.
Learning outcomes of the learning unit
- Ability to identify issues and implications of the subjects covered.
- Ability to articulate thought using a range of (para)linguistic means.
- Ability to construct logically sound arguments.
- Ability to identify and explain argumentative moves in a text or other communicational products.
- Ability to identify and avoid logical fallacies.
Prerequisite knowledge and skills
Good knowledge of the Spanish language.
Planned learning activities and teaching methods
- Written exercises: academic argumentative essays.
- Oral exercises: presentations simulating exercises from professional scenarios.
Mode of delivery (face to face, distance learning, hybrid learning)
Face-to-face
Course materials and recommended or required readings
Peters, K. J., The Argument Handbook, Ontario, Broadview Press, 2019.
Toulmin, Stephen, Los usos de la argumentación, Barcelona, Ediciones Península, 2007.
Exam(s) in session
Any session
- In-person
oral exam
Continuous assessment
Further information:
Performance in class, including texts written during the semester and critical analyses: 50% of the final grade
Oral final exam: 50% of the final grade
The evaluation will focus on the successful construction of arguments, the correct and effective use of (para)linguistic means, and the theoritically sound explanation of argumentative moves.
Work placement(s)
Organisational remarks and main changes to the course
Contacts
Ernesto Wong García: ewong@uliege.be