The ability to demonstrate critical thinking is essential for students who seek to achieve good
grades at university but it typically creates a lot of confusion and anxiety. Critical Thinking
Skills provides an easy to follow step by step guide to developing analytical reasoning skills
and applying them to tasks such as reading note-making and writing. A complex subject is
broken down into easy to understand blocks with clear explanations good examples and plenty
of activities to develop understanding at each stage. Students can use this book to: ·
Critically assess other people's arguments · Recognise flawed reasoning · Evaluate the material
used to support arguments · Apply critical thinking when reading writing and making notes ·
Write excellent essays and reports The 4th edition features a new section on argument mapping
techniques which help readers to visualize the structures of an argument. It also contains new
and updated examples that link to current affairs showing the importance of critical thinking
as a lifelong skill. Written by internationally renowned author Stella Cottrell this is an
essential resource for students looking to refine their thinking reading and writing skills.
