online short course
What is Logical Thinking?
Learn what logical thinking is, how it helps you analyze information, solve problems, and make decisions.
Difficulty
Beginner
Duration
1 hour
Language
English
Accredited
Yes
About the course
Logic helps us examine how conclusions are reached and whether an argument is well supported. In this course, you will explore inductive, deductive and abductive reasoning, uncover the assumptions that shape your thinking, and recognise common logical fallacies. You will also use tools such as the Ladder of Inference and argument maps to structure and evaluate reasoning more effectively.
Learning outcomes
Logical reasoning and information
By the end of this course, you will be able to apply logical reasoning to evaluate information and to construct and deconstruct arguments.
Who is it for?
- Anyone interested in learning the basics of logical thinking
- Project and product leads
- Business and data analysts
Curriculum
Introducing logic
Inductive logic
Deductive logic
Abductive logic
Reflecting on logic
Assumptions
The Ladder of Influence
Illogical and logical fallacies
Argument maps
Key takeaways
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