Study Groups
Study groups are more focussed, formal meetings based on courses available from the Ayn Rand Institute, like Objective Communication, Understanding Objectivism. and Logical Thinking.
Logical Thinking
A combination of lectures on and exercises in "the art of non-contradictory identification", this course does not cover traditional logic but focuses instead on the uniquely Objectivist approach to logic--especially on Ayn Rand's discoveries concerning the use and misuse of concepts. Since cognition is essentially differentiation and integration and since the process of defining concepts is the archetype of differentiation and integration, emphasis will be placed on learning a specific, step-by-step method of formulating a valid definition. We will also cover proper vs. invalid concepts, the fallacies of the "stolen concept" and "self-exclusion", how to achieve unit-economy in propositions, and objective judgment vs. arbitrary assertions. "Homework" exercises are given on each of the topics.
The Logical Thinking Study Group will have its third meeting on Sunday, February 24, 2008 at 2:00pm. It will be held at a private residence. Please email info@ClubLogic.org for more details.
