Read intro and as much of Chapter I to p. 48 as possible. Bring 2-3 pages on this chapter for next week. Students introduce themselves and their objectives, careers and life experiences. Discussion and free writing on Chapter 1. Read Chapter 2 and bring 2-3 pages of writing on it for next week.
Students discuss how their memories and experiences relate to course theme.
Discussion and free writing on Chapter 2. Read Chapter 3 and bring 2-3 pages of writing on it for next week. Discussion and free writing on Chapter 3. Read Chapters 4 and 5 and bring 2-3 pages of writing on it for next week. Lecture on thesis identification and development as well as the pitfalls of logical fallacies.