CERIC Method Foundations Course 1 (CM-F1)

Who It’s For

• Undergraduate and graduate students in higher education
• TAs and instructors of science courses

Requirements

• Interest or need to read research articles (aka scientific literature)
• Internet access and connected device

Pre-Requisites

• None

This is the first course in the program.

Description

Dive into the essentials of the CERIC Method, an innovative approach to understanding and dissecting academic texts and arguments. This course covers the basics of CERIC (claim, evidence, reasoning, implications, and context), providing students with a solid foundation in critical thinking and analytical skills. Through interactive lessons and practical exercises, participants will learn how to apply these principles to improve their reading comprehension, self-efficacy, and confidence.

Why The CERIC Method:

• Provides learners with a way to read research articles effectively and efficiently.
• Improves reading confidence and ease while reducing reading anxiety.
• Evidence-based method for improving critical reading comprehension.
• Supports reading for writing.

Our courses are self-paced and asynchronous, meaning you set the pace and can tailor your educational journey to your unique schedule and learning speed. This flexible format also supports diverse learning preferences, enabling students to delve deeply into complex topics at their own pace and breeze through areas of prior knowledge.

People who receive CERIC Method Preparation have:

• Improved focus on the article’s central argument.
• Less worry about missing the article’s main points.
• An effective way to gauge if an article is worth their reading time and effort.

Each Foundations course in the core skills series builds on the previous one, guiding you from basic concepts to application and helping you master the CERIC Method. Completing the Foundations program awards students a certificate recognizing their proficiency in critical thinking and analysis and equipping them with skills applicable across various academic and professional settings.