STEV 38Critical Thinking for the Misinformation Age
Focuses on the acquisition of critical thinking skills and their application to issues that affect today’s students. Topics include rationality, fallacies, cognitive biases, bullshit, propaganda, and scams.
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When it runs
Spring 2026Open Spring 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Seminar | Wed 3:00pm–4:45pm | Steven Acad 131 | G. M. Childers | Open 24/25 |
Who teaches it
| Instructor | Rating | Difficulty | Would take again | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Geoff Childers | 4.6 / 5 | 2.6 / 5 | 79% | 27 |
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