D.ELAR.5.B
Identify fallacies in reasoning and apply standards of validity and relevancy in analyzing and constructing argument.
Debate I, II, III (One to Three Credits). · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2017
Standard Unwrapping
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fallacies in reasoningstandards of validitystandards of relevancyargumentanalyzingconstructing argument
Skills
- identify (fallacies in reasoning) #dok1
- apply (standards of validity in analysis and construction of argument) #dok3
- apply (standards of relevancy in analysis and construction of argument) #dok3
- analyze (arguments for logical fallacies) #dok2
Learning Targets
- I can identify fallacies in reasoning within an argument. #dok1
- I can analyze an argument to determine if it contains logical fallacies. #dok2
- I can apply standards of validity to analyze arguments. #dok3
- I can apply standards of relevancy to construct logically sound arguments. #dok3
Big Ideas
- Recognizing and addressing logical fallacies strengthens arguments.
- Applying standards of validity and relevancy is essential for critical analysis and construction of arguments.
Essential Questions
- What are logical fallacies, and how do they impact the strength of an argument?
- How can we identify fallacies in reasoning during a debate?
- What standards determine whether an argument is valid and relevant?
- Why is it important to apply standards of validity and relevancy when analyzing and constructing arguments?
- How can understanding fallacies improve your own arguments and your ability to refute others?