Clearly, this argument on Global Climate Change (GCC) is complex and controversial. You will need to view the video multiple times to grasp the structure of the argument. Follow these directions very

Clearly, this argument on Global Climate Change (GCC) is complex and controversial. You will need to view the video multiple times to grasp the structure of the argument. Follow these directions very carefully:

Reconstruct the argument using standard reconstruction format (P1, P2, P3, Pn... therefore Conclusion). This part of the assignment is designed to allow you to demonstrate what you've learned in Units 1 through 4 of this course. Remember to number the premises, including any tacit or missing premises, and to clearly identify the conclusion (C).

Identify and explain three (3) or more fallacies that are committed within the argument.  This part of the assignment is designed to allow you to demonstrate what you've learned in Units 5 through 8 of this course.

Since this argument appears to use both deductive and inductive patterns of inference, evaluate it using the criteria of validity, soundness, reliability and strength. Is it valid? Is it sound? Are the inductive sub-arguments reliable? Overall, is it a strong argument? Remember to clearly distinguish between induction and deduction, and to state whether you accept or reject the argument, and why.

In your final paragraph, make two substantive suggestions for improving this argument.

The length of your reply should be no longer than two (2) pages. If you make your reply shorter, there is no penalty. Your grade will be based on the quality of your reconstruction, fallacy identification, and your critique of the argument.  The essay MUST be submitted as a Microsoft Word document.

You will do very well if you read this document and use it as a recipe for success: Capstone Essay Grading RubricThis writing project will count as 20% of the grade for the course. Think clearly, reason logically, and argue powerfully. Good luck!