Description
Book SynopsisTo succeed in any assessment, you need to demonstrate critical thinking – but what does it mean to be ‘critical’?
This book takes a hands-on approach to helping you think, read and write critically. Packed with examples from different disciplines and subjects, it talks through dozens of written extracts so you can see what criticality actually looks like.
The book:
· Equips you with tools for making an argument, explaining your reasoning and using examples to illustrate your points.
· Enables you to structure coherent arguments and choose appropriate language.
· Helps you interpret and apply feedback from your lecturers.
For undergraduate students studying in any discipline, this clear guide takes the confusion out of reading and writing critically so you can approach your assessments with confidence.
Trade ReviewThis is a clear and accessible text with practical content relevant to any student writing assignments in higher education. It analyses a range of authentic sources to clearly illustrate how to approach, plan and write an academic assignment effectively. -- David Busby
Table of ContentsChapter 1: What does it mean to be ‘critical’? Chapter 2: Different ways to show your criticality Chapter 3: Understanding score bands and developing your skills within academic assessment Chapter 4: The connection between critical reading, thinking and writing Chapter 5: How to structure your essays Chapter 6: How to structure your dissertation Chapter 7: Additional assessments to consider Chapter 8: Four ways to approach interpretation Chapter 9: How to use quotes, paraphrase and summarise Chapter 10: How to use critical language in your assessments
