
Critical Reasoning
A Practical Introduction
Anne Thomson(Author)
Routledge (Publisher)
Published on 5. December 1996
Book
Paperback/Softback
192 pages
978-0-415-13205-3 (ISBN)
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Description
Reasoning is the everyday process that we all use in order to draw conclusions from facts or evidence. To think critically about what you read and hear is a vital skill for everyone, whether you are a student or not. When we are faced with texts, news items or speeches, what is being said is often obscured by the words used and we may be unsure whether our reasoning, or that of others, is in fact sound. By the end of this topical and exercise-based introduction to critical thinking, you will be able to:
* identify flaws in arguments
* analyse the reasoning in newspaper articles, books or speeches
* approach any topic with the ability to reason clearly and to think critically
This stimulating new introduction to reasoning will appeal to all those who would like to improve their reasoning skills, whether at work, in class or in the seminar.
* identify flaws in arguments
* analyse the reasoning in newspaper articles, books or speeches
* approach any topic with the ability to reason clearly and to think critically
This stimulating new introduction to reasoning will appeal to all those who would like to improve their reasoning skills, whether at work, in class or in the seminar.
Reviews / Votes
Praise for the first edition:'For the reader wanting a general introduction to critical reasoning, this book is a good one. It contains some good advice and plenty of practical examples.' - Philosophy Today'Admirable clarity, supported by a wealth of useful examples and exercises.' - Philosophical Books
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Target group
College/higher education
Dimensions
Height: 246 mm
Width: 171 mm
Weight
454 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-415-13205-3 (9780415132053)
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Book
11/2001
2nd Edition
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€44.75
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Book
12/1996
Routledge
€88.09
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Content
1. Introduction 2. Analysing Reasoning 3. Evaluating Reasoning 4. Recognising Implications 5. Two skills in the Use of Language 6. Exercising the Skills of Reasoning 7. Answers to Exercises