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Logic: Module 1 Additional Points
Logic: Module 1 Additional Points
PHILO 411/322
MODULE 1 ADDITIONAL POINTS
INTRODUCTION:
“The feeling of wonder is the touchstone of the philosopher, and all philosophy has its origins in
wonder.” – Plato
1) Philosophy is defined according to its root words as “the love of wisdom.” Its two major
divisions include theoretical and practical under which logic is classified.
o Theoretical division – aims at acquiring knowledge on the subject matter being studied
(e.g. epistemology, metaphysics, cosmology).
o Practical division – aims at applying knowledge about a subject matter for practical
purposes (e.g. logic, ethics, aesthetics).
2) As it deals with ARGUMENT, Logic may serve to support in arriving at clear, correct, valid, and
consistent answers to questions which are the primary consideration in the other branches of
philosophy.
Example:
Statement
Stan was driving his truck over the speed limit. He had no excuse for driving
over the speed limit. Furthermore, he was intoxicated. Therefore, Stan was
breaking the law.
Notice that we do not include the word ‘therefore’ when we state the conclusion. The
word ‘therefore’ is not part of the statement that forms the conclusion.
o Informal logic – an attempt to develop logical tools that can analyze and assess
the informal reasoning that occurs in natural language contexts.
- Arguments formulated under informal logic are characterized as both
rhetorical and dialectical.
References:
Hinacay, Marionito L. and Hinacay, Maria Belen S.E. (2004). Logic: A Textbook-Workbook for College
Students. Iligan City: Ivory Printing and Publishing House
https://www.futurelearn.com/