PPT-Logical Fallacies- (or where our logic falls apart)

By Tesslyn Mustain 8 th Grade RELA Timberwood Middle School Used to Sway opinions Gain Support Degrade like in a political campaign An example of fallacies are the stories told by . Write an OPEN, a CLOSED, and a COUNTERARGUMENT thesis for the following question.. Should states make it harder for individuals to buy guns by requiring a background check and a mental health evaluation for all gun buyers?. english. iii. Class 11. April 12, 2013. Today. Introduction to argumentative writing and logic. Source: . www.thepoke.co.uk. Argument. One of the keystones of university learning. - Expressing a point of view & supporting it w/evidence. But Still Be Agreeable. OpenWest. 2015. Robert Stone. BrainStorm. Incubator. Overview. What is an Argument?. Components of an Argument. Reasons People . Disagree. Strategies For Healthy Debate. Identify, Avoid and Address . Elocution. CLEAR & CONCISE WRITING. Clear & Concise Writing. Getting to the point promptly can help you become a clearer thinker and a more engaging writer. .. Eliminate wordiness!. Eliminate Redundant Pairs. Drafting & Revising. Logical Fallacies. Logical Fallacies: . What are they?. Logical fallacies are arguments that don’t work. They seem convincing, but fail under close examination. What do logical fallacies do?. Introduction and Activities. What is a logical fallacy?. A fallacy is an error of reasoning. These are flawed statements that often sound true. Logical fallacies are often used to strengthen an argument, but if the reader detects them the argument can backfire, and damage the writer’s credibility . Logical Fallacies. Thou Shalt Not Commit . Logical Fallacies. What is a logical fallacy?. A logical fallacy is an inaccurate or intentionally misleading application of logic.. It is important to be able to recognize logical fallacies to avoid being exploited or swindled by writers or speakers who want your money, your voice, or your vote.. November . 11. Composition 3.4. Study Island!. Literary Analysis and Composition 2014-2015. Composition 3.4. What . are. . our lesson . objectives?. Identify and use the steps in the writing process: prewriting, writing, and revising.. What is an Argument?. Based on 2 statements with a 3. rd. that follows the first two. . One major premise. One minor premise. Conclusion . Premise: statement used as evidence for a conclusion. Conclusion: statement that is supported by at least one premise. Logic. Logos/logic is situated (bound/defined by a cultural space). . In Philosophy, there are “traditions” of logic, and a study of various forms of logic including logics that don’t use language at all. . A . fallacy. is an error in reasoning. . A fallacious. argument is faulty or incorrect. If you are . fallible. you can make mistakes. . It is important to recognize the fallacious arguments of others as well as avoid your own faulty reasoning. . Logical Fallacies. Logical Fallacies . are considered propaganda.. Propaganda. is the manipulation and control of language. . It transmits more than one message, depending on what the recipient wishes to hear or is told to hear. . Informal Logic, Famous Fallacies Don’t Be Fooled by Bad Arguments First, what are arguments? Distinguish arguments from explanations: Arguments are the assertion of a conclusion from reasons that are better known than the conclusion. S. ession & Syllabus. Session. Topics. Descriptions. Lecturer. 1. 4 Sep 2014. Introduction. & Prologue. Dosen. PJ. 2. 11 Sep. . 2014. Recognizing Fallacies. Looking at deceptive arguments, or fallacies.