The following is a list of links to blog posts in the “correct order” for learning about philosophical argumentation and essay writing. (It can be a good idea to read my “Introduction to Argument Mapping & Critical Thinking” and “What is Philosophy?” articles before reading these articles.)
The following are an introduction to philosophical thinking:
- Why Philosophy is Important
- Intellectual Virtues, Dogmatism, Fanaticism, & Terrorism
- How to Become a Philosopher
- Eight Essential Philosophy Books
- 10 Myths About Beliefs
- What You Need From Formal Logic
- Proving an Argument Is Logically Valid (optional)
- Examples of Valid & Invalid Logical Reasoning
- Four Requirements for Good Arguments
- Four Sorts of Justification
- Four Terrible Ways to Argue
- Four Argument Strategies
- Examples of Errors in Reasoning
- Is Knowledge Impossible?
- Three Forms of Evidence
- Knowledge, Justification, and Theoretical Virtues
- Arguments for Intuition
- Three Kinds of Intuitive Arguments
- Writing Philosophical Arguments
- Philosophical Thought & An Illustration of An Objection
- Philosophical Thought & an Illustration of a Positive Argument
- How to Get an A in a Philosophy Class (optional)
- How to Take Notes in Philosophy Class (optional)
- How to Teach Philosophy (optional)
- A Proposal for a Philosophical Community (optional)
These blog posts are also found in my ebook, How To Become a Philosopher.
