Critical thinking and problem solving 1212 – 203 Dr. Lauren Assignment 2: EVIDENCE Critical thinking and problem solving 1212 – 203 Dr. Lauren Inch, E. S., & Warnick, B. H. (2009). Critical thinking and communication: The use of reason in argument (6th ed.). California: Pearson. Laila Al-Binali 201300204 Lulu Al-Gaw 201300189 Nora Al-Jabr 201300168

OUTLINE Introduction Critical Thinking and Communication The Importance of Evidence in Argumentation Key Concepts in Evidence Case Study involving Evidence in Argumentation Conclusion

Introduction Definition of evidence ? Evidence is not simply concrete facts or observable behavior. Evidence is a proof or a piece of information that support a conclusion. For example, before a police officer can make an arrest they need to have evidence before they can take Evidence is the facts or sources that support your written argument. In a write-up of a scientific experiment, evidence would be the data you collected in your experiment that prove or disprove a thesis.

Introduction Why is evidence is an important thing in critical thinking? Evidence is central to any written argument because it provides the facts around us Without evidence, an argument is a windy, flimsy With evidence, an argument is grounded in facts and given shape

Critical Thinking and Communication Communication is the way where you can convey information so that it is received and understood such as opinion, knack, and clarification. Critical thinking is that mode of thinking about any subject, content, or problem in which the thinker improves the quality of his or her thinking by skillfully analyzing, assessing, and reconstructing it.

Critical thinking and communication Critical thinking and communication are linked in many different ways. Link between the ability to learn how to follow another persons thought process and line of reasoning.

The Importance of Evidence in Argumentation To differentiate between the person and his opinion Industry to discuss a logical and convincing to prove the facts. Defend the view that believes in human persuasion based on scientific methodology supported by the evidence.

The Importance of Evidence in Argumentation Expression of subsidized flour and evidence for the idea that espoused. Discussion of opinions ,beliefs and customs to highlight their compatibility with scientific thinking. Prove things political, scientific or even life.

Key Concepts in Evidence Stay away from the circular Use phrases generally allow to leave the door open for exceptions and do not leave room for the trading of speech and ideas. Win hearts and attitudes may be the most important of the Proof of Concept it will be using kind words and granulocytes when you ask what do disagree with others, and this has a role when there is an audience for dialogue . Dialogue is not a quarrel When the tone of a violent or pick words suggest anger ,we should avoid them. indisputable about things fixed The debate should not be about things fixed and difficult to disprove should avoid exaggerations in things also confirmed . Differentiate between argument and opinion If the claims from his mind , he just axes alert for that and that this is his personal opinion and not a fact for granted

Case Study involving Evidence in Argumentation Seatbelt argument: Person 1: Everyone should wear seatbelts because it would save lives. Person 2: Why would you say that? Person 1: Last year my friend crashed his car and was severely injured. The Doctor said if he was wearing a seatbelt his injuries would not be as bad.

Case Study involving Evidence in Argumentation Claim: Everyone should wear seatbelts Reason: Because it would save lives. Evidence: Last year my friend crashed his car and was severely injured. The Doctor said if he was wearing a seatbelt his injuries would not be as bad. The person may include statistics as evidence.

Conclusion Evidence serves as support for the reasons you offer and helps compel people to accept your claims. Evidence is central to any written argument because it provides the facts around us and that’s why it’s important. Communication is the exchanging of information. Critical thinking means thinking, analyzing, assessing, and reconstructing a subject. Critical thinking and communication are related in many important ways. Evidence is important in argumentation because it proves the facts.

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