LOGICAL FALLACIES

AFFIRMATION OF THE DAY

 THINGS TO DO:
• 1. Affirmation of the Day
• 2. Update on Requirements
• 3. Discussion on Logical Fallacies
• 4. Mind Matters: Exploring the Logical Fallacies on
Thought Processes
• 5. REMINDER: Make a clean copy of the slogan-short
(short bond paper)
 Learning Objectives

• 1. identify the 4 types of logical fallacies

• 2. critically analyze logical fallacies to understand
their purpose
• 3. create infographics and comic strips about
logical fallacies
 Definition
• These are errors in reasoning that undermine
the validity of an argument or claim. They can
be intentional or unintentional, but they
generally weaken the persuasiveness of an
argument.
• These are errors in reasoning that can
weaken arguments or lead to incorrect
conclusions.
 Bandwagon
• It refers to a trend or activity that gains popularity or
acceptance because it’s fashionable or widely
supported, rather than its intrinsic or merit value.
• Example: Hey everyone, did you hear? All the kids are
skipping class on Friday to protest for climate change.
If you want to be part of the movement and be seen
as socially conscious, you should skip classes too.
 False Analogy

• They occur when two things are not alike in relevant

ways, leading to an invalid conclusion.
• Example:
Studying for exams is like playing a video game. Just like in
video games, you have to strategize and plan your moves.
So, if you are good at video games, you’ll be good at
studying too.
 Sweeping Generalization
• They are statements that assume that what is true for
some cases is true for all cases, without considering
exceptions or variations.
• Example:
All students are lazy and procrastinating on their
assignments. Every time I walk into the library, I see
students chatting, playing games,or scrolling through
social media instead of studying.
 Hasty Generalization

• These are conclusions drawn from insufficient

evidence or a small sample size.
• Example:
I asked my students in my class about their opinions
on online learning and all of them said they did not
like it. Therefore, all students dislike online learning.
 Activity
• Create a table with rows representing the different fallacies and columns for
explanations examples and counter arguments. Make sure that all examples
are related to students/student activities.
Fallacy Definition Example Counter Argument
Bandwagon It occurs when Everyone is buying Evaluate the
someone argues a smartphone it reviews well.
that because must be the best
something is one in the market. I
popular or widely should get one too.
believed, it must be
true, correct, or
good.
 Activity
• A. Create a table with rows representing the different
fallacies and columns for explanations examples and
counterarguments. Submission- Thursday (2/15)
• B. Craft a storyline that incorporates the logical fallacy in
the scene. For example, a character might be trying to
convince another character to believe in something using
flawed reasoning. Come up with a digital comic strip.
Submission- FRIDAY – Short Bond paper (2-16)