PSY 3010 Lecture Notes - Lecture 3: Dialectic, Uptodate, Pathos
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Chapter 1: define argument as used for this class. It helps communities settle conflicts in a rational and humane way by finding through the dialectic exchange of ideas the best solutions to problems without resorting to violence or to other assertions of raw power. To position ourselves as inquirers as well as persuaders, engaging thoughtfully with alternative points of view, truly listening to other perspectives, examining our own values and assumptions, You see the world through the author"s eyes temporarily adopt the author"s beliefs and values, & suspend your skepticism and biases long enough to hear what the author is saying: define dialectical thinking. The philosophical underpinning of the believing and doubting game, pushing us toward new and better ideas: list the 2 categories arguers often fall into, disagreement about the facts of the case, disagreement about underlying values, beliefs or assumptions.
