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Importance of Context, Clarity, and Purpose

Importance of Context, Clarity, and Purpose

This course is part of Critical Thinking and Logical Reasoning Specialization

Instructor: Pearson

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1 module

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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2 hours to complete

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1 module

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

Recommended experience

2 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Analyze arguments to identify issues of vagueness, ambiguity, and lack of clarity.
Apply specific strategies to construct clear, precise, and unambiguous messages in your writing.

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There is 1 module in this course

Master the art of constructing clear and persuasive arguments by focusing on context, clarity, and purpose. In this course, you will learn to identify and eliminate problematic vagueness and ambiguity using five practical strategies designed to sharpen your message. By applying these techniques, you will ensure your written communication is precise and well-understood, empowering you to build stronger cases and convey your ideas with greater impact in any professional or academic context.

During this course, we will focus on the topics of context, clarity, and purpose, which are all important to the critical thinking process, specifically when making an argument. You will be introduced to five strategies that can help you to avoid ambiguity and vagueness when communicating a message, thereby aiding in the development of a stronger argument.

What's included

1 video2 assignments4 app items4 plugins

1 videoTotal 2 minutes

Problematic Vagueness and Ambiguity2 minutes

2 assignmentsTotal 60 minutes

Graded Quiz30 minutes
Practice Quiz30 minutes

4 app itemsTotal 50 minutes

Reading: Context and Clarity pp. 63-7320 minutes
Reading: Intent pp. 73-745 minutes
Reading: Meaning Making pp. 75-7710 minutes
Reading: Qualifying and Exceptions pp. 78-8415 minutes

4 pluginsTotal 20 minutes

Interactive: Problematic Vagueness and Ambiguity5 minutes
Interactive: Problematic Ambiguity in Wording/Phrases5 minutes
Interactive: Addressing Problematic Vagueness and Problematic Ambiguity5 minutes
Interactive: Definition of Terms for Addressing Problematic Vagueness and Problematic Ambiguity5 minutes

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Frequently asked questions

Yes, you can preview the first video and view the syllabus before you enroll. You must purchase the course to access content not included in the preview.

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Once you enroll and your session begins, you will have access to all videos and other resources, including reading items and the course discussion forum. You’ll be able to view and submit practice assessments, and complete required graded assignments to earn a grade and a Course Certificate.