This paper introduces students to ways of analysing information people encounter in their everyday lives and in university papers. We begin by explaining what critical thinking is and looking at components of persuasive arguments. Then, we explore various forms of faulty argument and introduce formal logic. Skills developed are then applied to a range of topics, including intercultural communication, how different cultures consider wellbeing, and the Aotearoa (New Zealand) context.

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27A (HAM) Paper outline	A Trimester : 01 Mar 2027 - 27 Jun 2027	Hamilton	100% internal assessment
27A (TGA) Paper outline	A Trimester : 01 Mar 2027 - 27 Jun 2027	Tauranga	100% internal assessment
27B (HAM) Paper outline	B Trimester : 12 Jul 2027 - 07 Nov 2027	Hamilton	100% internal assessment
27C (HAM) Paper outline	C Trimester : 15 Nov 2027 - 20 Feb 2028	Hamilton	100% internal assessment

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