Logical Fallacies and Communication Techniques

Slippery Slope

The idea that a small first step will lead to a chain of related negative events, without evidence to support it.

Ad Hominem fallacy

When someone attacks the person making an argument instead of addressing the argument itself.

Straw Man fallacy

When someone misrepresents or exaggerates another person's argument to make it easier to attack.

Informative vs Persuasive

Informative speeches educate the audience, while persuasive speeches convince the audience to agree or take action.

Advantages of small group communication

- Diversity

- Access to resources

- Accomplish more

Diversity

Small groups bring together different perspectives, ideas, and experiences, leading to more creative and well-rounded solutions.

Access to Resources

Group members can share knowledge, skills, and tools that benefit the entire group.

Accomplish More

Working in a group allows tasks to be divided, making it easier and faster to achieve goals.

Challenges of small group communication

- Conflict

- struggle with coordination

- Sacrifices

Conflict

Can have disagreements and tension due to differences in opinion

Struggle with Coordination

It can be hard to align schedules and keep ppl on the same page.

Sacrifices

Group members may need to give up personal preferences or time to support the group's goals.

Persuasive Speech

- To convince or influence

- Opinion-based, emotional appeals

- Audience is moved to act or agree

Informational Speech

- To educate or explain

- Neutral, fact-based

- Audience gains knowledge