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Philosophy: Language of Argumentation – From Argument To Argumentation – University Tutorial With Dr Maria Serban From University of East Anglia

23rd March 2023 @ 16:15 - 17:00

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In this live interactive Philosophy tutorial, we will be joined by Dr Maria Serban, a leading academic from the School of Politics, Philosophy, Language and Communication Studies at University of East Anglia, who will explore Language of Argumentation – From Argument To Argumentation.

Philosophers use arguments to justify their claims, but they also spend a great amount of time reflecting on what arguments and argumentation are. Argumentative practices are not only present in philosophy. They are pervasive in scientific inquiry, legal procedures, education, and political institutions.

In this session, we will look not only at the distinctions between different types of arguments, but also at the various functions that argumentation can play in the broader public discourse. We will also discuss how different media through which argumentation can take place affect the content and the format of our argumentative practices. 

Prior to the live event, it would be really helpful if students could consider the following questions please:

  1. What are some of the most common types of arguments we use in everyday life? Do you think they are different from those used in political debates? What about science?
  2. What do we mean when we say that the conclusion of an argument must follow from the premises? Is there a single way to understand the relation of “following from” or “logical consequence”?
  3. Why do we argue? What do you think are the functions of argumentation?
  4. Is the activity of argumentation primary adversarial or cooperative?
  5. Are all forms of argument a sort of dialogue? What does the history of logic tell us about the dialogical nature of arguments?

The session aims to deepen students’ understanding of the topic whilst enabling them to access and experience a live online university tutorial.

 

Lecturer Profile (Please Click): Dr Maria Serban


 

Our events are designed so that a group of students can take part from a classroom, or students and teachers can take part as individuals, either from school or from home. This means that sessions will continue irrespective of possible school closures.

As a live, participative event, this session will not be recorded but access to the Headliner recording will continue to be accessible.

 

Suitable for: Key Stage 5, and equivalent, students studying or with an interest in studying Philosophy and related subjects. Teachers and members of school staff, as always, are welcome too and participants can join as individuals from school/college or home, or as a group from school/college.

Preparation/Pre-Reading: Prior to the live event, it would be really helpful if students could consider the following questions please:

  1. What are some of the most common types of arguments we use in everyday life? Do you think they are different from those used in political debates? What about science?
  2. What do we mean when we say that the conclusion of an argument must follow from the premises? Is there a single way to understand the relation of “following from” or “logical consequence”?
  3. Why do we argue? What do you think are the functions of argumentation?
  4. Is the activity of argumentation primary adversarial or cooperative?
  5. Are all forms of argument a sort of dialogue? What does the history of logic tell us about the dialogical nature of arguments?

The IT Setup: The event will be run on Bluejeans and participants will be able to join using laptops, tablets, and mobile devices. If you are joining as a school group, we recommend connecting with one device and projecting on to a whiteboard. You will be able to interact with the university via a microphone and/or typed comments and questions. Full details will be sent to those who have registered (see below) prior to the event.

Booking a Place: This is free for schools and colleges. If you would like to take part in this event, please register your interest using the link to the registration form below:

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Date:
23rd March 2023
Time:
16:15 - 17:00
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