Bassham G. Critical Thinking. A Students Introduction 7ed 2023

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Critical Thinking: A Student’s Introduction provides the skills and attitudes needed to become a skilled thinker, an effective problem solver, and a sound decision-maker. Students will learn―step by step―how to understand complex texts, analyze issues, think logically, and argue effectively. They will hone the thinking skills needed to succeed in college, in their career and in life. It is written to provide a versatile and comprehensive introduction to critical thinking through a student-centered approach that covers all the basics of critical thinking―and more―in reader-friendly language.
Introduction to Critical Thinking
Recognizing Arguments
Basic Logical Concepts
Language
Logical Fallacies—I
Logical Fallacies—II
Analyzing Arguments
Evaluating Arguments and Truth Claims
A Little Categorical Logic
A Little Propositional Logic
Inductive Reasoning
Finding, Evaluating, and Using Sources
Writing Argumentative Essays
Thinking Critically about the Media
Science and Pseudoscience