Fallacy Hunting

Once you know the basic rules of logic, you need never be susceptible to a bad argument ever again. Scan a newspaper, magazine, blog, or website to see if you can find an example of a logical fallacy. You might find that the editorial page of the newspaper provide lots of great examples. Also look for logical fallacies and appeals to emotions in commercials, both on the radio and on television. Share what you find by providing a link, where possible. When you cannot provide a link, describe what you heard/saw and explain what fallacy you think it is and why. Again, locate and identify a fallacy in the media. When you share the fallacy you’ve found, be sure to: a) Describe the article, commercial, or whatever you find that commits a fallacy b) Identify which fallacy you think it is committing c) Describe why your example fits the description of the fallacy being committed Guidelines: Length: 750 – 1,000 words (this should amount to roughly 3-4 pages, double-spaced, Time New Roman font, with 1-inch margins) Format: MLA or APA (I am familiar with both, so either is fine; for whichever you choose, be sure to maintain consistency and accuracy in abiding by the standards)  Sources: Papers must include at least 3 academic sources  In-Text Quotations: Your paper must include at least 3 quotations from either your module readings or from other academic sources