Critical thinking for students : learn the skills of critical assessment and effective argument

Abstract

Revised and updated for the third edition, this practical guide covers critical thinking skills for students, including: how to develop good arguments, how to evaluate other people's arguments, and how to deal with assumptions and the use of evidence. Contents: Identifying arguments - analyzing simple arguments - finding more detail in arguments - exploring weaknesses - finding strengths - assessing the credibility of evidence - applying your skills ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Illustrations, further reading, glossary, index About the author Dr Roy van den Brink-Budgen teaches Critical Thinking and has developed materials on the subject for a major school examination board.