Inductive and Deductive Thinking Wrap-up

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• Deductive Thinking

• Using data and details to make a conjecture

• The Law of Syllogism

• Using a law of logic to prove a conclusion from a set of premises

• Inductive Thinking

• Better data with more context delivers a clearer picture

• A strength of inductive thinking

• If A, then B is true, and if B then C is true, then it be concluded that if A then C is also true.

Do you understand inductive thinking better because of this thinking unit?

• What's inductive thinking?

• I already knew what inductive thinking was, so I didn't grow much.

• I think the unit was interesting, but I'm still confused on how to use inductive thinking in real life.

• I understand it much better and can really see myself using this to establish a better basis for my personal beliefs.

Do you understand deductive thinking better because of this thinking unit?

• What is deductive thinking? Have I even heard that term before?

• I already knew what deductive thinking was, so my understanding is the same.

• I think the unit was interesting, but I'm still confused on how to use deductive thinking in real life.

• I understand it much better and can really see how a rule for logical proof can establish a claim.

What is one negative of deductive thinking?

• We don't always have information we need to make a conjecture.

• A person can confidently state that a conclusion is valid without actually having valid premises.

• If a person has predetermined what the picture will be, it's easy to only notice and validate what fits the picture.

• It's hard to put aside bias in order to analyze what is really there.

What is one negative of inductive thinking?

• We don't always have information we need to make a conjecture.

• A person can confidently state that a conclusion is valid without actually having valid premises.

• A claim is only as good as the premises that establish the claim.

• Facts and "alternative facts" can seem to support an argument if used incorrectly.

Describe "Sorting and Othering" and why this can be a negative dynamic in our thinking.

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Reflect on the questions: Is there marriage in heaven & Was the 2020 election stolen. Is there anything you would like to share about this unit that will help me teach it better next year?

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