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Argument vs. Assertion

Argument vs. Assertion. Assertion. A judgment or conclusion that is presented by itself without reasons to support it EX: Mr. Jones is a horrible teacher. Made to seem as though idea is an accepted fact Often results from subjective reasoning

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Argument vs. Assertion

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  1. Argument vs. Assertion

  2. Assertion • A judgment or conclusion that is presented by itself without reasons to support it • EX: Mr. Jones is a horrible teacher. • Made to seem as though idea is an accepted fact • Often results from subjective reasoning • A conclusion obtained from reasons an individual believes to be true • Individual accepts the conclusion, he asserts it as fact

  3. Assertion Con’t • Labeling (name-calling) • Occur in emotionally charged situations • Not dominated by logical reasoning • Considered a type of assertion • Innuendo • An assertion that is not directly stated, but implied or hinted at

  4. Argument • Conversation that contains at least two statements • Includes one reason and one conclusion • Some arguments contain 3 parts: • 1. reason (evidence) • 2. signpost word/transition • Therefore, hence, accordingly, as a result, so, consequently, thus, because, since, as indicated by… • 3. conclusion

  5. Argument Example Exercise stimulates the brain, releases endorphins, and heightens awareness; therefore, athletes are better students than others. Reason Signpost word Conclusion

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