The Logos Within Us: Introduction to Informal Logic
Edition: 2
Copyright: 2022
Pages: 137
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The Logos Within Us introduces readers to the subject of Logic by giving a reflection on where logic can be found in their lives, the basic concepts of logical arguments, and covers the informal fallacies. The transition from Aristotelian to propositional logic is also examined.
The Logos Within Us by Marin Smillov
- features a “tailored” approach that allows teachers flexibility to supplement additional information and examples.
- concludes each chapter with various exercises and questions to reinforce the material.
- engages readers by connecting topics to popular culture, the legal system, science, and philosophy.
Preface
1 Introduction
2 The Basic Concepts of Logic
3 Where to Begin?
4 Winning at Any Cost
5 Seeking Acceptance
6 Sleight of Hand
7 Science and Logic
8 Truth and Language
9 Statistics and Probabilities
10 Mapping out the Logos Within Us
11 Propositional Logic
12 Applications of Logic
Answers to Self-test Questions
Afterthoughts
Bibliography
Dr. Marin Smillov is a Professor of Philosophy at Santa Fe College in Gainesville, Florida. He earned his MA and Ph.D. in philosophy from the University of Florida. For more than 20 years, Dr. Smillov has taught courses in Logic, Ethics, Philosophy, Business Ethics and Medical Ethics. He has held teaching positions at the University of Florida, the University of Central Florida, and the University of North Florida. Dr. Smillov has served on the boards of many national and international academic organizations. His educational goal is to demonstrate the relevance of philosophy to all aspect of our lives. He is a Fellow of the American Philosophical Practitioners Association (APPA) and has certifications in Philosophical Counseling and Organizational Consulting. Dr. Smillov is certified by the Florida Supreme Court as a Circuit Court Civil Mediator.
The Logos Within Us introduces readers to the subject of Logic by giving a reflection on where logic can be found in their lives, the basic concepts of logical arguments, and covers the informal fallacies. The transition from Aristotelian to propositional logic is also examined.
The Logos Within Us by Marin Smillov
- features a “tailored” approach that allows teachers flexibility to supplement additional information and examples.
- concludes each chapter with various exercises and questions to reinforce the material.
- engages readers by connecting topics to popular culture, the legal system, science, and philosophy.
Preface
1 Introduction
2 The Basic Concepts of Logic
3 Where to Begin?
4 Winning at Any Cost
5 Seeking Acceptance
6 Sleight of Hand
7 Science and Logic
8 Truth and Language
9 Statistics and Probabilities
10 Mapping out the Logos Within Us
11 Propositional Logic
12 Applications of Logic
Answers to Self-test Questions
Afterthoughts
Bibliography
Dr. Marin Smillov is a Professor of Philosophy at Santa Fe College in Gainesville, Florida. He earned his MA and Ph.D. in philosophy from the University of Florida. For more than 20 years, Dr. Smillov has taught courses in Logic, Ethics, Philosophy, Business Ethics and Medical Ethics. He has held teaching positions at the University of Florida, the University of Central Florida, and the University of North Florida. Dr. Smillov has served on the boards of many national and international academic organizations. His educational goal is to demonstrate the relevance of philosophy to all aspect of our lives. He is a Fellow of the American Philosophical Practitioners Association (APPA) and has certifications in Philosophical Counseling and Organizational Consulting. Dr. Smillov is certified by the Florida Supreme Court as a Circuit Court Civil Mediator.