FALL 2026 TIMES/DATES TBA
Traditional Logic I & II
at Eucatastrophe Coffee and Used Books
These 1 semester each, in-person class introduces students to the fundamentals of classical logic using Memoria Press's Traditional Logic I & II curriculum. Designed for mature 7th-12th graders with no prior logic experience, the course explores the structure of clear thinking through terms, propositions, and syllogisms, grounded in a Christian worldview. Students will learn to analyze arguments, identify valid reasoning, and apply logical principles to everyday discourse. Classes meet weekly for a 50 minute interactive sessions in person, emphasizing discussion, exercises, and group analysis, with at-home workbook practice to reinforce concepts. The focus is on building analytical skills essential for classical education, rhetoric, and critical thinking.
Learning Objectives
By the end of the course, students will be able to:
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Define key logical terms and construct simple propositions.
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Use the Square of Opposition to evaluate contradictory and contrary statements.
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Identify equivalent propositions and reduce complex arguments to simple forms.
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Construct and validate categorical syllogisms using the four figures and moods.
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Apply the seven rules of syllogisms to detect invalid arguments.
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Analyze real-world examples (e.g., from Scripture or literature) for logical structure.
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Demonstrate logical reasoning through written exercises and oral discussions.
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Course Objectives:
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Grasp logic’s role in pursuing truth.
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Master terms, propositions, and syllogisms.
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Identify logical fallacies.
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Develop Socratic questioning and dialogue skills.
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Apply logic to academic and everyday contexts.