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Critical thinking skills : [electronic book] effective analysis, argument and reflection / Stella Cottrell.

By: Cottrell, Stella [author.].
Material type: materialTypeLabelBookSeries: Palgrave study skills: Publisher: London : Palgrave Macmillan, 2017Copyright date: ©2017Edition: Third edition.Description: online resource (xvi, 309 pages) : illustrations, tables.Content type: text Media type: computer Carrier type: online resourceISBN: 9781137550507 (paperback); 9781137550521 (e-book).Subject(s): Critical thinking | Study skills | LogicAdditional physical formats: Print version: Critical thinking skills: effective analysis, argument and reflectionDDC classification: 370.152 Online resources: E-book Also available in print form.
Contents:
Introduction.- Glossary.- Acknowledgements.- What is Critical Thinking?.- How Well Do You Think? Develop Your Thinking Skills.- What's Their Point? Identifying Arguments.- Is it an Argument? Argument and Non-Argument.- How Well Do They Say It? Clarity, Consistency and Structure.- Reading Between the Lines: Recognising Underlying Assumptions and Implicit Arguments.- Does it Add Up? Identifying Flaws in the Argument.- Where's the Proof? Finding and Evaluating Sources of Evidence.- Critical Reading and Note-Making: Critical Selection, Interpretation and Noting of Source Material.- Critical, Analytical Writing: Critical Thinking When Writing.- Where's the Analysis? Evaluating Critical Writing.- Critical Reflection.- Critical Thinking for Your Future Career and Employability.- Texts for Activities.
Holdings
Item type Current library Call number Status Notes Date due Barcode Item holds
e-BOOK MTU Bishopstown Library eBook 370.152 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) Not for loan MTU Cork Module -recommended reading, MTU Cork Module CHEM6015-recommended reading, MTU Cork Module CHEM6014-recommended reading, MTU Cork Module HOSP6138-recommended reading, MTU Cork Module CHEM6019-recommended reading, MTU Cork Module MECH8021-recommended reading, MTU Cork Module MANU8006-recommended reading, MTU Cork Module MANU8005-supplementary reading, MTU Cork Module DESI8009-recommended reading, MTU Cork Module DESI8013-recommonded reading, MTU Cork Module DESI8010-recommended reading, MTU Cork Module DESI7014-recommended reading, MTU Cork Module MGMT9036-supplementary reading.
e-BOOK MTU Bishopstown Library eBook 370.152 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) Not for loan MTU Cork Module -recommended reading, MTU Cork Module CHEM6015-recommended reading, MTU Cork Module CHEM6014-recommended reading, MTU Cork Module HOSP6138-recommended reading, MTU Cork Module CHEM6019-recommended reading, MTU Cork Module MECH8021-recommended reading, MTU Cork Module MANU8006-recommended reading, MTU Cork Module MANU8005-supplementary reading, MTU Cork Module DESI8009-recommended reading, MTU Cork Module DESI8013-recommonded reading, MTU Cork Module DESI8010-recommended reading, MTU Cork Module DESI7014-recommended reading, MTU Cork Module MGMT9036-supplementary reading.
e-BOOK MTU Bishopstown Library eBook 370.152 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) Not for loan MTU Cork Module -recommended reading, MTU Cork Module CHEM6015-recommended reading, MTU Cork Module CHEM6014-recommended reading, MTU Cork Module HOSP6138-recommended reading, MTU Cork Module CHEM6019-recommended reading, MTU Cork Module MECH8021-recommended reading, MTU Cork Module MANU8006-recommended reading, MTU Cork Module MANU8005-supplementary reading, MTU Cork Module DESI8009-recommended reading, MTU Cork Module DESI8013-recommonded reading, MTU Cork Module DESI8010-recommended reading, MTU Cork Module DESI7014-recommended reading, MTU Cork Module MGMT9036-supplementary reading.
Total holds: 0

Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:

Written by internationally renowned author Stella Cottrell, this is an essential resource for students looking to refine their thinking, reading and writing skills. Stella Cottrell's student-centred approach demystifies critical thinking and breaks down a complex subject into manageable chunks. With clear explanations, relevant examples and plenty of exercises throughout, this book helps students to develop their analytical reasoning skills and apply them to a range of tasks including reading, note-making and writing. This text will turn even the most hesitant student into a proficient critical thinker.

This is an ideal companion for students of study skills, humanities, social sciences, business and arts programmes, where assessment includes essay and report writing. It is suitable for students of all levels.

New to this Edition:
- Brand new chapter on critical thinking and employability
- Includes a wider range of examples to highlight the variety of contexts in which critical thinking can be used
- Coverage of both academic and professional forms of critical writing

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Introduction.- Glossary.- Acknowledgements.- What is Critical Thinking?.- How Well Do You Think? Develop Your Thinking Skills.- What's Their Point? Identifying Arguments.- Is it an Argument? Argument and Non-Argument.- How Well Do They Say It? Clarity, Consistency and Structure.- Reading Between the Lines: Recognising Underlying Assumptions and Implicit Arguments.- Does it Add Up? Identifying Flaws in the Argument.- Where's the Proof? Finding and Evaluating Sources of Evidence.- Critical Reading and Note-Making: Critical Selection, Interpretation and Noting of Source Material.- Critical, Analytical Writing: Critical Thinking When Writing.- Where's the Analysis? Evaluating Critical Writing.- Critical Reflection.- Critical Thinking for Your Future Career and Employability.- Texts for Activities.

MTU CORK Module CHEM 6015 - Core reading.

MTU CORK Module CHEM 6014 - Core reading.

MTU CORK Module CHEM 6019 - Core reading.

MTU CORK Module HOSP 6138 - Core reading.

MTU CORK Module MECH 8021 - Core reading.

MTU CORK Module MANU 8006 - Core reading.

MTU CORK Module DESI 8009 - Core reading.

MTU CORK Module DESI 8013 - Core reading.

MTU CORK Module DESI 8010 - Core reading.

MTU CORK Module DESI 7014 - Core reading.

MTU CORK Module MANU 8005 - Supplementary reading.

MTU CORK Module MGMT 9036 - Supplementary reading.

Also available in print form.

Electronic reproduction.: ProQuest LibCentral. Mode of access: World Wide Web.

Author notes provided by Syndetics

Stella Cottrell is an international bestselling author, with over a million sales worldwide. Her other titles include The Study Skills Handbook , Critical Thinking Skills , Skills for Success , The Macmillan Student Planner , The Exam Skills Handbook and Mindfulness for Students . Stella was formerly Director of Lifelong Learning at the University of Leeds, and Pro Vice-Chancellor for Learning and Teaching at the University of East London.
Stella Cottrell is an international bestselling author, with over a million sales worldwide. Her other titles include The Study Skills Handbook , Critical Thinking Skills , Skills for Success , The Macmillan Student Planner , The Exam Skills Handbook and Mindfulness for Students . Stella was formerly Director of Lifelong Learning at the University of Leeds, and Pro Vice-Chancellor for Learning and Teaching at the University of East London.

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