Assignment #13 (Plectica Map 7)

Simple Rules to follow: 

*Review Deconstructing an Argument (Spiral) by clicking this link

Rule #1: Guiding Question

  • Review the Plectica presentation: Deconstructing an Argument (Spiral). Then answer the guiding question: Using the resources provided, choose one of the following arguments to deconstruct.
    • You may use one or a combination of any technique/method provided to deconstruct your argument (e.g. use Toulmin Method, or a combination of the Toulmin Method, Red Team Argument Deconstruction Technique, Pyramid Principle, Thinking in Proofs, Bubble Logic, BDK, etc.).

Rule #2: Given Information/Data

  • Read through and watch examples of argument deconstruction (using Deconstructing an Argument (Spiral) map). Read through and learn a variety of techniques/methods to deconstruct an argument.

Rule #3: Create a Plectica Map

  • Open Plectica.
  • Use Thinkquiry and the Pyramid Principle to help you structure your ideas.
  • Choose one of the following arguments to deconstruct. Deconstruct the argument in Plectica, then share your map.

    Option #1: Why you shouldn’t exercise to lose weight, explained with 60+ studies
    https://www.vox.com/2016/4/28/11518804/weight-loss-exercise-myth-burn-calories

    or

    Option #2: The Great Fitness Debate: Is it true that you can exercise too much?
    https://www.si.com/edge/2015/11/23/great-fitness-debate-can-athletes-train-too-much

Rule #4: Create a Blog Post in this Learning Community

  • Create a post using the SCQ framework in the Learning Community (include an image and/or link to your Plectica Map). Don’t forget to reply to at least two other students.
  • Click +New at the top of the screen.
  • Label the post (Lastname_Week1_PlecticaMap_1) or something to that extent.

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