1. Critical Thinking in Philosophy

2. Fact claim verification How do we know that some piece of information is actually a fact ? Can it be perceived with the senses ? Is it supported by history? Can it be proven ? Fact of fiction? Columbus discovered America Water boils at 180 degrees F This room is cold

3. Concept clarification How do we decide if an act is right or wrong ? What criteria must be taken into account ? What was the intent of the action Right or wrong ? –A woman steals a loaf of bread –A man kills another person –a driver runs a read light

4. Inference validation Are my conclusions valid or accurate Question –Why do bad things happen to good people?