The following is an alphabetical list of the logical fallacies we study in this course. Each fallacy is followed by a description of the proper method for identifying the fallacy (ID) when it occurs ...

Steven Novella, president of the New England Skeptical Society, pointed out a variety of these abuses in his book, The Skeptics' Guide to the Universe.What follows are five logical fallacies, along ...

Red Herring: When this fallacy is committed, the arguer diverts attention from the main topic at hand and toward another. Example: Antifa is an idea, not a movement.

Learn about gambler’s fallacy, its impact on decision-making, and how to avoid this common pitfall with real-life examples.

2. Appeal to Authority/Appeal to Irrelevant Authority Fallacy – Considering a person to be an authority on a topic although they may not have the education, training or expertise.

Steven Novella, president of the New England Skeptical Society, pointed out a variety of these abuses in his book, The Skeptics' Guide to the Universe.What follows are five logical fallacies, along ...