Fact Versus Reason

Have you ever tried to persuade your parents to let you borrow the car or stay out late with friends?  Have you tried to convince your peers of something?

Think about the last time you had to try to persuade or convince someone. What did you eventually say or do that won him or her over? What is your "go to" argument or technique for getting your way?  Have you noticed some techniques that never seem to work?

Take some time to think this over and post your responses to these questions in the discussions area. Then, return to the topic several times over the next few days to read your coursemates' posts. Reply to at least two of them, making sure to ask questions and encourage further conversation.