Critical Thinking - The Basics

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.

ISBN:	9781138826243
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Imprint:	Routledge
Published date:	29 Nov 2016
DEWEY:	160
DEWEY edition:	23
Language:	English
Number of pages:	288 .
Weight:	282g
Height:	199mm
Width:	126mm
Spine width:	14mm

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