3.09 DBA

Sources

1

Name 3 (of the 4) thing we ask about a source to make sure it is credible.

Is it current?

Is it reliable?

Is it an authority?

What is it's purpose?

2

Is this source a credible source for the topic of UF admissions process?

www.clemsonsports.edu

No. While the edu suggests credible, it is not credible for this topic.

3

Is this source a credible source for the topic FSA Assessments?

www.fsaassessments.org

Yes, the topic is on point and the extension is an .org suggesting a non-profit website

4

Discussion Question

Which of the following is the most credible and why?

.org

.edu

.gov

Persuasive vs Argumentative

1

Define the three types of appeals: ethos, logos, and pathos.

Ethos - ethics, credibility

Logos - logic, data and statistics

Pathos - feelings

2

What appeals are used in persuasive writing and what are the appeals used in argumentative writing?

Pathos (and ethos) - Persuasive

Logos (and ethos) - Argumentative

3

What type of appeal is the following?

The SpaceX company has increased space flight and exploration by 37% over government funded activities.

Logos

4

Discussion Question

Create a statement using pathos.

Logical Fallacies

1

Define logical fallacy.

an error in reasoning or a false assumption that might sound impressive but proves absolutely nothing.

2

What name 3 types of logical fallacies

Hasty Generalization

Post Hoc

Slippery Slope

Authority

Popularity

Fear

False Dichotomy

3

What type of logical fallacy is the following statement?

If we do not do something about global warming, we will only experience more hurricanes, floods, and blizzards. This could be the end of our planet.

Fear

4

Discussion Question

Create a hasty generalization.