An Introduction to Formal Logic

by Steven Gimbel

Award-winning Professor of Philosophy Steven Gimbel of Gettysburg College guides you with wit and charm through the full scope of this immensely rewarding subject in An Introduction to Formal Logic, 24 engaging half-hour lectures that teach you logic from the ground up-from the fallacies of everyday thinking to cutting edge ideas on the frontiers of the discipline. Professor Gimbel's research explores the nature of scientific reasoning and the ways in which science and culture interact, which positions him perfectly to make advanced abstract concepts clear and concrete. Packed with real-world examples and thought-provoking exercises, this course is suitable for everyone from beginners to veteran logicians.

Genres: Philosophy, Logic, Science, Audiobook

Audio CD

Published February 24, 2016

Reviews

[John Teske · Rating 4 out of 5]

Excellent course.

I thought this would be an extension of the logical processes for proofs that I have learned through the years in mathematics and in other Teaching Company Courses.

It goes way beyond that, and openly explains that logic is not the same as proofs done in mathematics, although certainly some crossover does exist.

Will likely rewatch. Later episodes in the series get a bit heady, as would be the case with any of these in depth courses.

[Anna · Rating 5 out of 5]

While very fundamental to many people, Gimbel breaks down concepts in formal logic and critical thinking to reaffirm foundations in logical reasoning. Essential listening

[Carl · Rating 3 out of 5]

I watched these lectures on Kanopy and did not have the book that accompanies the lectures. . . probably a mistake. Lecturer is engaging, but I would have needed to work through some of the logic exercises on my own to have been able (maybe) to follow along. Either that, or the examples would have needed to be much simpler. Probably a good lecture series for someone who took logic in college as a refresher, but tough sledding for the absolute beginner.