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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.Product Identifiers
PublisherTaylor & Francis LTD
ISBN-139781138826243
eBay Product ID (ePID)228289109
Product Key Features
Book TitleCritical Thinking: the Basics
AuthorStuart Hanscomb
FormatPaperback
LanguageEnglish
TopicPopular Philosophy
Publication Year2016
Dimensions
Item Height198mm
Item Width129mm
Additional Product Features
Title_AuthorStuart Hanscomb
Series TitleThe Basics
Country/Region of ManufactureUnited Kingdom