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Good Reasons for Better Arguments: An Introduction to the Skills and Values of Critical Thinking,New
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This text introduces university students to the philosophical ethos of critical thinking, as well as to the essential skills required to practice it. The authors believe that Critical Thinking should engage students with issues of broader philosophical interest while they develop their skills in reasoning and argumentation. The text is informed throughout by philosophical theory concerning argument and communicationfrom Aristotles recognition of the importance of evaluating argument in terms of its purpose to Habermass developing of the concept of communicative rationality. The authors treatment of the topic is also sensitive to the importance of language and of situation in shaping arguments, and to the necessity in argument of some interplay between reason and emotion. Unlike many other texts in this area, then, Good Reasons for Better Arguments helps to explain both why argument is important and how the social role of argument plays an important part in determining what counts as a good argument.If this text is distinctive in the extent to which it deals with the theory and the values of critical thinking, it is also noteworthy for the thorough grounding it provides in the skills of deductive and inductive reasoning; the authors present the reader with useful tools for the interpretation, evaluation and construction of arguments. A particular feature is the inclusion of a wide range of exercises, rich with examples that illuminate the practice of argument for the student. Many of the exercises are self testing, with answers provided at the back of the text; others are appropriate for inclass discussion and assignments. Challenging yet accessible, Good Reasons for Better Arguments brings a fresh perspective to an essential subject.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Good Reasons for Better Arguments'? A: The book introduces university students to the philosophical foundations of critical thinking while teaching essential reasoning and argumentation skills.
- Q: How does this book address the role of emotion in argumentation? A: It emphasizes the interplay between reason and emotion in arguments, highlighting how they shape effective communication.
- Q: What unique features does this book offer for improving critical thinking skills? A: The book includes a variety of exercises with examples to enhance understanding, many of which are self-testing or designed for in-class discussions.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in critical thinking? A: Yes, it is designed to be challenging yet accessible, making it suitable for beginners as well as those looking to deepen their understanding.
- Q: What are the key topics covered in this book? A: It covers the theory and values of critical thinking, deductive and inductive reasoning, and the social role of arguments.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Good Reasons for Better Arguments'? A: The book is authored by Jerome E. Bickenbach.
- Q: When was this book published? A: It was published on January 1, 1996.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'Used Book in Good Condition'.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains a total of 400 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition is available in paperback binding.