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Critical Thinking: The Basics - Softcover

Hanscomb, Stuart

 
9781138826243: Critical Thinking: The Basics
Softcover
ISBN 10: 1138826243 ISBN 13: 9781138826243
Publisher: Routledge, 2016

Synopsis

Critical Thinking: The Basics is an accessible and engaging introduction to the field of critical thinking, drawing on philosophy, communication and psychology. Emphasising its relevance to decision making (in personal, professional and civic life), academic literacy and personal development, this book supports the reader in understanding and developing the knowledge and skills needed to avoid poor reasoning, reconstruct and evaluate arguments, and engage constructively in dialogues.

Topics covered include:

    • the relationship between critical thinking, emotions and the psychology of persuasion

    • the role of character dispositions such as open-mindedness, courage and perseverance

    • argument identification and reconstruction

    • fallacies and argument evaluation.

With discussion questions/exercises and suggestions for further reading at the end of each main chapter, this book is an essential read for students approaching the field of critical thinking for the first time, and for the general reader wanting to improving their thinking skills and decision making abilities.

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About the Author

Stuart Hanscomb is a lecturer in Philosophy & Communication at the School of Interdisciplinary Studies, University of Glasgow, UK

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Publisher
Routledge
Publication date
2016
Language
English
ISBN 10 
1138826243
ISBN 13 
9781138826243
Binding
Paperback
Edition number
1
Number of pages
260