Aliëtte JonkersDec 17, 2022

The Opinion Shield is often used to protect unsupported assertions. We simply don’t want to be wrong.

We may be legally “entitled to our opinions,” but that doesn’t mean we’re right, or that our opinions are equal to those of experts.

https://thinkingispower.com/logical-fallacies/#h-i-m-entitled-to-my-opinion

Guide to the Most Common Logical Fallacies

Logical fallacies are flaws in reasoning that weaken or invalidate an argument. Whether they’re used intentionally or unintentionally, they can be quite

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Show threadAliëtte JonkersDec 17, 2022

Old, but still relevant:

https://theconversation.com/no-youre-not-entitled-to-your-opinion-9978

No, you’re not entitled to your opinion

Every year, I try to do at least two things with my students at least once. First, I make a point of addressing them as “philosophers” – a bit cheesy, but hopefully it encourages active learning. Secondly…

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@aliettejonkers
Indeed. And not only relevant for philosophers or students Philosophy.
Dec 18, 2022 at 10:23amWeb
Show threadAliëtte JonkersDec 18, 2022
@Adrian61 Exactly! We need critical thinking skills in schools and in every organization.