Avoiding Logical Fallacies
Identifying and critiquing common errors in reasoning that undermine argumentative validity.
Key Questions
- Analyze how logical fallacies weaken the credibility of an argument.
- Differentiate between various types of logical fallacies (e.g., ad hominem, straw man, false dilemma).
- Design strategies for constructing arguments that are free from logical errors.
National Curriculum Attainment Targets
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