What is discussion and argument?

What is discussion and argument?

Discussion is “examination by taking things apart”. Usually in a discussion, people exchange ideas. Argument is “statements and reasoning in support of a proposition.” An argument is a disagreement between two or more people. It is often backed by evidence.

What is classed as an argument?

In logic and philosophy, an argument is a series of statements (in a natural language), called the premises or premisses (both spellings are acceptable), intended to determine the degree of truth of another statement, the conclusion.

What is traditional argument?

Traditional Argument: Writer states the claim and gives reasons to prove it. Writer refutes the opponent by showing what is wrong or invalid. Rogerian Argument: The writer states opponent’s claim to demonstrate understanding and shows how its valid.

What is a Toulmin argument?

Toulmin, the Toulmin method is a style of argumentation that breaks arguments down into six component parts: claim, grounds, warrant, qualifier, rebuttal, and backing. The grounds of an argument are the evidence and facts that help support the claim.

What is the purpose of argument?

Primarily, argument has two purposes: argument is used to change people’s points of view or persuade them to accept new points of view; and argument is used to persuade people to a particular action or new behavior.

Why is refutation important in argument?

Refutation is simply disproving an opposing argument. It is an important rhetorical skill because it is frequently the hinge point as to whether or not a writer or speaker successfully persuades the audience. We often see argument and refutation for a particularly controversial topic.

What is a evidence in an argument?

In argument, evidence refers to facts, documentation or testimony used to strengthen a claim, support an argument or reach a conclusion.

What is the meaning of counter argument?

A counterargument is an argument that is issued in response to someone else’s argument to show that the original claim is somehow incorrect. An argument, in this context, is a series of reasons used to make a claim. A counterargument is always a response—its point is to refute (prove wrong) the original argument.