Coming Soon: CERIC Foundations Course 1 (ST-F1)
Audience
- Students in higher education
Requirements
- Need to read research articles (aka primary literature)
- Internet access and connected device
Description
Dive into the essentials of the CERIC MethodTM, 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 MethodTM:
- Provides a way for students to effectively and efficiently read research articles.
- 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 MethodTM 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 course in the core series builds on the previous, offering a comprehensive learning journey from basic concepts to application, ensuring a cohesive and in-depth mastery of the CERIC Method. Completing the core series plus two electives grants students a certificate, recognizing their critical thinking and analysis proficiency and equipping them with skills applicable across various academic and professional settings.