Description: A practical study of the conceptual elements of rational thinking through the study of how to define, classify, and identify the basic components of language and thought. Emphasis is on Aristotle's metaphysical distinctions of the ten categories, the five predicables, and the four causes. This is a one-semester course.
Suggested Age: Grades 9 and up
Required Course Texts: Material Logic, by Martin Cothran (not included in price of course)
Content Covered: The ten categories, the five predicables, the four causes, and the rules of division and classification. Includes case study readings by Bacon, Aquinas, and Belloc.
Instructor: Mr. Piland
Class Chat Time: Friday 4:00 pm EST
High School Course Credit: Material Logic is worth approximately 1/2 year high school course credit (logic, language arts, or philosophy). (This is a one-semester course)

Enroll in Material Logic, Fall 2010 ($224.95 for the semester)

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Independent Study Course: This mini-course includes all the components of a regular course with the exception of the weekly chat time: the student receives a syllabus, online quizzes, a question and answer forum for assistance with course material, and a 24/7 virtual report card for parents to keep track of student work.

Enroll in Material Logic (Independent Study) ($49.95)