"Written by internationally renowned author Stella Cottrell, this is an essential resource for students looking to refine their thinking, reading and writing skills. Stella Cottrells student-centred approach demystifies critical thinking and breaks down a complex subject into manageable chunks. With clear explanations, relevant examples and plenty of exercises throughout, this book helps students to develop their analytical reasoning skills and apply them to a range of tasks including reading, note-making and writing. This text will turn even the most hesitant student into a proficient critical thinker.
" - by publisher.
Introduction --- Glossary --- Acknowledgements --- What is critical thinking? --- How well do you think? develop your thinking skills --- What's their point? identifying arguments --- Is it an argument? argument and non-argument --- How well do they say it? clarity, consistency and structure --- Reading between the lines: recognising underlying assumptions and implicit arguments --- Does it add up? identifying flaws in the argument --- Where's the proof? finding and evaluating sources of evidence --- Critical reading and note-making: critical selection, interpretation and noting of source material --- Critical, analytical writing: critical thinking when writing --- Where's the analysis? evaluating critical writing --- Critical reflection --- Critical thinking for your future career and employability --- Texts for activities..
