kate in seattle Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 I know this has been discussed many times, but I am terrible at searching the boards. If someone can point me to a thread where this has been answered - that would be fine! Comments on Introductory Logic (Nance/Wilson) vs. Traditional Logic (Cothran) or some other choice of which I am unaware. Or should I just stick to Fallacy Detective and Thinking toolbox? Could both my 5th and 8th grader do FD and TT? then next year (09-10) 9th grader could do a more formal logic course my homeschool world is spinning/reeling right now - lost both of my jobs, may not be at my co-op next year, lots of possibilities, and some stress. kate in seattle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FloridaLisa Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 I love the old board. And I still like to go back there and dig for information. We used Intro to Logic by Nance and Wilson last year. No complaints; I thought it was great. But I've not compared it to Traditional Logic as this was available via our co-op. Here are links to two previous discussions. http://wtmboards.com/HSboardSep052007/messages/2905.html'>http://wtmboards.com/HSboardSep052007/messages/2905.html'>http://wtmboards.com/HSboardSep052007/messages/2905.html'>http://wtmboards.com/HSboardSep052007/messages/2905.html http://wtmboards.com/HSboardSep052007/messages/2905.html Kate, I'm sorry you are going through so many changes. I pray that things will settle out for you and your family. I've always enjoyed your contributions to the board. Lisa ETA: Regarding FD and TT, many of the fallacies in FD will be taught again in Intro to Logic. I would definitely start the 5th grader with TT followed by FD, but it's your choice for the 8th grader. S/he is probably ready for Intro to Logic, but I know it can be easier to keep our dc together for our sake! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcconnellboys Posted August 1, 2008 Share Posted August 1, 2008 Sorry for your troubles. Yes, I think you can use FD and TT with both together, as a more informal introduction to logic. I'm planning on using those before doing formal logic with my son, too. I found the Nance text simpler for younger students than the Cothran text, so I think high school is a better time to approach Cothran. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janice H Posted August 1, 2008 Share Posted August 1, 2008 http://www.memoriapress.com/forum/showthread.php?t=406 One possibility is postponing any logic until next year. In a tough year, I would focus on math and writing; if anything else got done it would be a bonus. Knowing it's ok to "keep it simple" this year may reduce your stress. By the way, a course or exposure to informal fallacies is not a prerequisite for a formal logic course, according to Cothran. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ipodfansmail Posted August 1, 2008 Share Posted August 1, 2008 I can't agree with you more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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