METHODS OF

PHILOSOPIZING
Prepared by: LESLIE MONICA M. REYES
 ACTIVITY
Create a Pie Chart to figure out the components for an
objective evaluation of an argument. Allot a percentage
for each component. (10 minutes)
Criteria for Evaluating Arguments (F.E.L.T.)
•Fairness
•Evidence
•Logic
•Tone
After doing the activity, a representative in each
group will present their output to the class.
Argument: The speaker states a claim
supported by reasons and evidence
Claim: The speaker’s position on a
problem or an issue
Support: Reasons and evidence used to
prove the claim
The strength of an argument relies on the
support/evidence, not the actual “claim.”
Reasons: Declarations made to explain an
action or belief
Evidence: Includes specific facts,
statistics, or examples
Criteria for Evaluating
Arguments
• Fairness
• Evidence
• Logic
• Tone
Fairness- Is the argument fair and
balanced, or does it contain bias?
•Is the argument overly emotional and
filled with loaded language?
•Is the argument one-sided?
•Are there alternative points of view
not addressed?
Evidence- Are the given
premises reliable and relevant?

Logic- Are the arguments

thoroughly explained?

•Do they contain gaps in reasoning

or logical fallacies?
Tone- Is the attitude of the writer
appropriate for the
content? For example, is it too
serious? Is it too sarcastic or
dismissive? Is it overly
dramatic?
In a one (1) whole sheet of paper.
Why is evaluating an opinion
significant in your daily dealings with
your:
a. classmates/friends?
b. teachers?
c. siblings?
d. parents?
e. community
ASSIGNMENT/ AGREEMENT
Continue your research in
preparation for the class debate.
• TOPIC/ISSUE: Should cell phones be
used during class?
You may also ask the school
community: teachers, students,
Personnel/Staff and School head
with regards to their stand about
the topic/issue.