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Book SynopsisHelp your students develop a critical mindset with this practical guide.
Becoming a Critical Thinker begins by unpicking where knowledge comes from before showing students how to recognise biases and approach evidence objectively. Subsequent chapters equip students with the tools to evaluate different sources of information, critique the literature and write persuasive, critical arguments of their own. A final chapter explores the value of critical thinking in the workplace. Throughout, real-world examples illustrate the value of critical thinking in both academia and everyday life, and activities allow students to put new skills into practice.
Becoming a Critical Thinker is an essential introduction to critical thinking for undergraduates of all subject areas.
Trade ReviewUsing everyday examples and exercises, this book takes students on a journey of critical self-reflection. It is a valuable resource to anyone seeking to develop their critical thinking skills. * Barbara Howard-Hunt, Birmingham City University, UK *
Egege’s book focuses on practical outcomes for real, diverse, students, and is packed with interesting examples and practical skills. It will improve your thinking for university, the workforce, and beyond. * Andrew Withy, University of Auckland, New Zealand *
Table of ContentsForeword Glossary 1. Why critical thinking matters: research, knowledge and epistemology 2. Overcoming barriers: cognitive biases 3. Overcoming barriers: problems with perception 4. Knowledge claims: recognising and writing an argument 5. Critiquing the logic of the argument: logical thinking and common fallacies 6. Critical thinking and digital literacy: evaluating the information source 7. Critiquing the literature: How do you know that is so? 8. Critiquing the evidence: quantitative and qualitative research methodologies 9. Writing an argument: making it persuasive 10. Writing (critical) literature reviews 11. Critical thinking as critical self-reflection 12. Critical thinking in the workplace References Index.
