Discussion Post: Social Errors, Bias and Fallacies
You learned about factors that can influence the effectiveness of critical thinking. You learn about the effects of social errors, biases, and fallacies. These elements are helpful in persuasion.
1) Review the Four Social Errors and Biases presented in Ch. 4 of THiNK: Critical Thinking and Logic Skills for Everyday Life. Which of the social errors/biases in the book are you most affected by? How can you overcome this social error/bias?
2) Ch. 5 describes fallacies (when an argument seems to be correct but isn't). What is one fallacy you have personally used or seen in an argument? Discuss how critical thinking skills will make you less likely to be influenced by arguments that are based on fallacies and faulty reasoning.
3) Reflect on the learning activities, concepts, ideas, and topics covered this week. Discuss the most interesting activity or concept you learned and mention any concepts that are still a bit confusing to you or that you have questions about.
The response must include a reference list. Using one-inch margins, double-space, Times New Roman 12 pnt font and APA style of writing and citations.