Competing and Consensual Voices (The): Theory and Practice of Argument (The Language and Education Library)

Patrick Costello, Sally Mitchell

ISBN 10: 1853592765 / ISBN 13: 9781853592768

Published by Multilingual Matters 19/07/1995, 1995

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Synopsis:

Learning to argue is one of the central objectives of education. Whether it be conducting a formal debate, participating in a group discussion, writing an essay, a critique or a persuasive appeal, the ability of the student to employ argument and to anticipate and evaluate the arguments of others will generally be an important measure of achievement. This book examines the theory and practice of argument in primary, secondary and tertiary education. Several of its chapters offer theoretical discussion of the forms and functions of argument within social, philosophical, historical and rhetorical contexts. Others contain critical analyses of spoken and written argument and show how these are part of the learning process. A number of the chapters provide ideas for developing the skills of argument. The book, whose contributors represent a range of international and disciplinary perspectives, is an important resource for teachers and researchers sharing an interest in the rich and complex relations between language, thinking and education.

Synopsis: Examines the theory and practice of argument in primary, secondary and tertiary education. The book's coverage includes: the nature, forms and functions of argument, and its role in teaching; and critical analyses of the practice of argument and suggested ways to develop it in educating contexts.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Competing and Consensual Voices (The): ...
Publisher: Multilingual Matters 19/07/1995
Publication Date: 1995
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: Very Good