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Thesis
A statement that clearly expresses the main point or central argument of a paper or presentation.
Counterargument
An opposing viewpoint that challenges the main argument or claim.
Rebuttal
A response to a counterargument that defends the original claim.
Implication
The possible effect or significance of a claim or argument beyond the immediate context.
Plagiarism
The unethical practice of using someone else's words, ideas, or work without proper citation.
Conventions
Accepted rules and norms in writing, speaking, and presenting, such as grammar, structure, and formatting.
Inquiry
A process of asking questions to explore and investigate a topic or issue.
Issue
A subject or problem that is debatable and open to analysis and discussion.
Limitation
A weakness or restriction in a study or argument that may affect its validity or scope.
Reliability
The extent to which evidence or a source consistently supports an argument.
Validity
The degree to which an argument or conclusion logically follows from the evidence.
Commentary
Analysis or explanation that connects evidence to claims or arguments.
Argument
A claim supported by evidence and reasoning.
Context
The background, environment, or circumstances surrounding an issue or argument.
Biases
Prejudices or preferences that affect objectivity and can influence how information is presented or interpreted.
Primary sources
Original, first-hand accounts or evidence directly related to a topic (e.g., interviews, data, historical documents).
Quantitative data
Numerical or measurable information often used to support arguments through statistics.
Fallacy
A flawed or illogical reasoning that weakens an argument.
Secondary sources
Analyses, interpretations, or summaries based on primary sources (e.g., reviews, articles, textbooks).
Credibility
The trustworthiness and believability of a source or author.
Evidence
Information, data, or examples used to support a claim or argument.
Qualitative data
Descriptive, non_numerical information such as opinions, interviews, or observations.
Conclusion
The final judgment or decision reached after analysis of evidence and arguments.
Solution
A proposal or method for addressing a problem or issue.
Logos
Persuasion through logic and reason (facts, statistics, cause and effect).
Ethos
Persuasion through the credibility or character of the speaker or source.
Pathos
Persuasion through emotional appeal.
Deductive reasoning
Logical reasoning that starts with a general premise and leads to a specific conclusion.
Inductive reasoning
Logical reasoning that begins with specific observations and builds to a general conclusion.
Claim
A statement or assertion that presents an idea or argument.
Lens
A specific angle or viewpoint used to examine a topic (e.g., historical, scientific, ethical).
Point of View
The position or stance from which something is considered or evaluated.
Perspective
A person’s unique combination of experiences, beliefs, and values that shape their viewpoint.
Line of Reasoning
The logical sequence of claims and evidence that lead to a conclusion.