When you are assembling a language education study plan, logic training often shows up as a core component. The decision usually comes down to whether you need a full teaching package or a focused video supplement. Here, the two options sit at opposite ends of the price spread, from $8.95 to $46.00, and take different routes to the same subject.
Quick Verdict
If you are planning a full logic course with student materials, teacher support, video content, and tests, the Canon Logic Intermediate package at $46.00 is the more complete resource. If you already have the Introductory Logic work text and simply want DVD instruction to supplement it, the Introductory Logic 4-DVD Video Course at $8.95 is the lighter, lower-priced addition.
Listed Price and Format at a Glance
| Product | Listed Price | Price Bar | Format | What It Includes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canon Logic Intermediate Teachers Edition, Student, Video Course, Test Packet | USD 46.00 | Teacher's edition, student book, video course, test packet | Coordinated set with assessment tools | |
| Introductory Logic: The Fundamentals of Thinking Well 4 DVD Video Course | USD 8.95 | 4-disc DVD course | Instructor-led lessons designed to supplement the work text |
Where Each Product Wins
- Canon Logic Intermediate wins when you want one coordinated package: teacher's edition, student material, video course, and a test/quiz packet all together. It fits a classroom or homeschool setting, and the assessment tools give it clear structure.
- Introductory Logic: The Fundamentals of Thinking Well 4 DVD Video Course wins as a supplemental study aid. It carries the lower listed price, and James B. Nance teaches the lessons with additional examples and practice for the Introductory Logic work text.
Canon Logic Intermediate Teachers Edition, Student, Video Course, Test Packet
This package is built for instructors who want the full logic course in one place. The title itself lists the essential pieces: teacher's edition, student material, video course, and a test packet. That arrangement suits a classroom or homeschool setting, and the included assessment tools give it clear structure. It is a strong choice if you are planning a complete course rather than an isolated review. That thoroughness carries a trade-off: at $46.00 it has the higher listed price of the two, so it makes sense when you actually need the teaching materials and tests. If your study already has a textbook and you only need extra video instruction, this larger set may be more than your current plan requires.
Introductory Logic: The Fundamentals of Thinking Well 4 DVD Video Course
If you already own the Introductory Logic work text, this 4-DVD video course is a direct way to bring an instructor into your study. James B. Nance leads the lessons, and the set is designed to work alongside the Introductory Logic work text, adding examples and practice. At $8.95, it is the lower listed price in this comparison, which makes it manageable as an add-on resource. The trade-off is that the DVD series is not a complete stand-alone curriculum; the work text is still the core. The listed condition is Good, so it is reasonable for someone focused on content rather than a pristine package. If your study plan centers on the book and needs a teaching partner on video, this DVD set is the practical complement.
Final Choice by Use Case
- Choose the Canon Logic Intermediate package for a full course with teaching and testing materials. It is the higher-priced option in the spread, but it consolidates student and teacher pieces into one set.
- Choose the Introductory Logic 4-DVD Video Course when you already have the work text or want a lower-priced way to add video lessons and extra practice to your logic study.
