Argumentation: Features & Logical Fallacies

This week's NP lecture was an introduction to argumentation using points from LBH pp 95-102.
Below is a basic outline of the principles covered:

1. Definition of argument

2. Four main elements:

a. Subject

b. Claims

c. Evidence

1. facts

2. Statistics

3. Examples

4. Expert opinions

5. Appeals to readers’ beliefs or needs

d. Assumptions

3. Induction

4. Deduction

5. Points to be aware of when making an argument

Emotional appeals

a. Insulting words

b. Biased language

c. Sarcasm

d. Exclamation points

Logical fallacies

The following fallacies were covered:

Begging the Question

Non Sequitur

Red Herring

Appeal to fear or pity