Debaters, philosophy students, and critical thinking coaches.
Preparing for a debate or argument analysis to identify hidden biases and unwarranted assumptions.
Use cases
About
The Assumptions mind map template helps critical thinkers and debaters examine the role of assumptions in reasoning. It covers 12 nodes across 7 branches, including key concepts like 'conscious or unconscious, warranted or unwarranted' assumptions, 'value assumptions', and 'hidden assumption'. The template explores how assumptions shape arguments, cause cognitive dissonance, and lead to faulty outcomes. It emphasizes the importance of vertical thinking and distinguishing between working assumptions that support good arguments and unexamined assumptions that undermine them. This cheat sheet is ideal for philosophy students, debate coaches, and anyone seeking to sharpen their logical analysis skills.
Terms and ConditionsWhen to use this template
Researchers, peer reviewers, and academic editors.
Reviewing a research paper or proposal to check for unexamined value assumptions that may skew conclusions.
Team leads, project managers, and workshop facilitators.
Facilitating a team workshop on logical reasoning and problem-solving to improve decision-making.
How to use this template
Step 1
Open and Review the Template
Launch the .xmind file to explore the predefined branches covering conscious, unconscious, and value assumptions.
Step 2
Input and Expand Your Analysis
Replace the placeholder text with your specific reasoning data and add new sub-topics to map out hidden logical gaps.
Step 3
Finalize and Share Your Map
Refine your logical structure using vertical thinking and export the final analysis as a PDF or image for your team.
Frequently asked questions
The template includes 12 nodes across 7 branches covering types of assumptions (conscious/unconscious, warranted/unwarranted), value assumptions, hidden assumptions, and their impact on arguments and reasoning.
Use it to map out assumptions in an argument: identify conscious vs unconscious assumptions, check if they are warranted, and examine hidden or value assumptions that may bias reasoning.
Yes, the .xmind file is fully editable. You can add branches, customize node text, and reorganize the map to fit your specific analysis.
The 'vertical thinking' node emphasizes taking the most reasonable view and proceeding logically, which is important for making sound assumptions and avoiding faulty reasoning.
Absolutely. You can expand the value assumptions branch with your own examples of core beliefs that influence reasoning in different contexts.
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