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critical-thinker

Evaluate arguments and identify logical fallacies in essays and debates.

100|9|Updated Feb 6, 2025
Search Tags:#critical-thinking#argument-analysis#evidence-evaluation#logical-fallacies#cognitive-biases#reasoning-improvement
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/captainflasmr/ollama-buddy --skill critical-thinker
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: critical-thinker
Source: https://github.com/captainflasmr/ollama-buddy/tree/main/.agents/skills/critical-thinker
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/captainflasmr/ollama-buddy --skill critical-thinker

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Evaluates arguments, identifies logical fallacies, and strengthens reasoning by clarifying claims and revealing gaps in logic.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Argument evaluation: separates facts from opinions, identifies unstated premises, and checks whether conclusions follow from premises.
  • Fallacy and bias detection: recognizes common logical fallacies and cognitive biases to improve argument quality.
  • Evidence assessment and counterarguments: assesses the strength of supporting evidence and explores strongest counterarguments.
  • Use Case: When reviewing a policy brief or essay, it guides you to refine reasoning and improve justification.

Quick Start

Provide an argument or claim you want analyzed, and ask to identify premises, evidence strength, and potential fallacies.

Frequently Asked Questions about critical-thinker

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I identify logical fallacies in an argument?▼

To evaluate argument strength, submit your text for analysis. The process assesses supporting evidence, explores strongest counterarguments, and checks whether conclusions logically follow from the stated premises.

What is the best way to check if a conclusion follows from its premises?▼

To evaluate argument strength, submit your text for analysis. The process assesses supporting evidence, explores strongest counterarguments, and checks whether conclusions logically follow from the stated premises.

Can I use argument analysis for reviewing policy briefs and essays?▼

Yes, you can analyze policy briefs, essays, and debates. The evaluation guides you to refine reasoning, separate facts from opinions, and improve overall justification within any text requiring sound analysis.

How do I assess evidence and find counterarguments for a claim?▼

To assess evidence strength, submit the claim for evaluation. The analysis checks the supporting evidence and explores the strongest counterarguments to improve the quality of your reasoning.

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