Discuss what is involved in the critical interpretation of texts and the role critical thinking plays in developing effective argumentative writing strategies.
Dissect and evaluate complex arguments through selection and response to key passages while paying attention to historical and cultural contexts.
Differentiate between surface and underlying meaning in texts, drawing conclusions about the author's underlying intents by identifying and analyzing relevant passages; evaluate relevant subtexts.
Outline the structure of an argument and its theoretical and logical sequencing; identify and evaluate types and sufficiency of support.