Analyzing Online Arguments and Trolls
Students deconstruct the rhetoric of online arguments, identifying logical fallacies and the tactics of internet trolls.
Key Questions
- Identify common logical fallacies used in online debates and their persuasive impact.
- Analyze the psychological motivations behind 'trolling' behavior and its effect on discourse.
- Construct effective strategies for responding to and disarming online harassment or misinformation.
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