Watson, Dr Jamie Carlin
Critical Thinking: An Introduction to Reasoning Well
- ISBN 13:
- 9781350232938
- author:
- Watson, Dr Jamie Carlin
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Bloomsbury Academic
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 496
- Dimensions:
- 23.4 x 15.6 x 2.5 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Tertiary Education (US: College), Nonfiction, Philosophy,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Critical Thinking: An Introduction to Reasoning Well by Jamie Carlin Watson, Robert Arp, and Skyler King is a comprehensive guide to developing essential critical thinking skills. This practical introduction covers the basics of good reasoning, including claims, evidence, and arguments, as well as tools for assessing and avoiding common fallacies. The book provides a structured approach to critical thinking, using real-life examples such as predicting the weather, solving a murder mystery, and exploring the Ouija board. It also includes new chapters on reasoning in the age of conspiracy theories and fake news, helping you develop skills to navigate complex information landscapes. With its clear explanations, diagrams, and study questions, Critical Thinking: An Introduction to Reasoning Well is an ideal resource for anyone looking to improve their critical thinking abilities, whether in academic or everyday contexts.