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Logical Fallacies - Think Better, Reason Better, Argue Better...
Mike Traywick - Think, Reason, and Argue Better
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In this ongoing class, we are exposed to one logical fallacy a week as we recognize the flaws in our reasoning and the reasoning of others. Then we work to correct our thinking to make better arguments.
Class Experience
US Grade 7 - 10
Beginner Level
Welcome to my class on Logical Fallacies! I taught this subject for many years at a public school and understanding this concept help my students be better thinkers, reason better, and write more persuasively. If you are new to Outschool, use the code: MIKETRA2020 for $20 off any class (only works if you are new to Outschool). Why is it important to learn about Logical Fallacies? Because a logical fallacy is an error in reasoning that creates an invalid argument. And if you don't know...
- - Learn the difference between a good argument and a bad argument - Learn to identify fallacious arguments - Learn to identify the different kinds of fallacious arguments - Improve your thinking and observation skills
I taught this subject for many years as a public school teacher.
Some fallacious arguments may range into the political realm or other high-emotion areas (as this is where many logical fallacies appear). Please be aware of this and be ready to handle these examples maturely.
Joined March, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Michigan Teaching Certificate in Social Studies/History
4 Degrees
Doctoral Degree from Western Michigan Thomas Cooley Law School
Master's Degree in Education from Aquinas College
Bachelor's Degree in History from Alma College
Associate's Degree in Foreign Language from Defense Language Institute
My name is Mike Traywick, and I am a high school teacher, a lawyer, and a veteran of the US Navy. If you are new to Outschool, you can use the PROMO Code: MIKETRA2020 for $20 off and enter the coupon code at checkout. Look through my classes at...
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Group Class
$20
weekly1x per week
50 min
Completed by 239 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 12-17
3-10 learners per class
