ENV S40

An introduction to the different ways that researchers and practitioners have defined and applied critical thinking skills in environmental studies. In the first half, we will focus on the three important skills: 1. finding and evaluating evidence; 2. identifying assumptions; and 3. synthesizing evidence into clear and reasoned arguments. In second half, we will bring together both quantitative and qualitative approaches through case studies, so that students can practice using key terms and analytical habits.