Structured Argumentation and Persuasion with ChatGPT

Expressing your ideas clearly and convincing others is a critical skill in both professional and personal life. This text-based course helps you move from having a vague opinion to delivering structured, persuasive arguments with the help of conversational AI. You will learn how to analyze complex topics, construct logical lines of reasoning, and anticipate counterarguments systematically. By reading through interactive examples and practical frameworks, you will discover how to use AI as an objective sounding board, a debate partner, and a writing coach to elevate your communication skills. We start with the absolute fundamentals of argumentation theory before moving into practical prompting techniques for constructive feedback. What you'll learn: - Understand the core principles of structured argumentation and logical reasoning - Formulate clear, concise, and persuasive written and spoken statements - Use ChatGPT as a personalized coach to simulate debates and stress-test your arguments - Apply modern prompt engineering techniques to receive constructive feedback on your writing style - Identify logical fallacies and cognitive biases in everyday discussions - Practice refining your tone and structure for different professional audiences This course begins with foundational concepts of rhetoric and critical thinking, followed by step-by-step guidance on collaborating with AI tools to polish your output. You will read real-world scenarios, explore structured templates, and learn how to run effective feedback loops directly in your daily workflow. This course is designed for beginners who want to communicate more persuasively. No prior experience with argumentation theory or AI tools is required. Start reading today to transform your ideas into compelling, structured arguments.