Provides greatly expanded support resources on the book's web site including an extensive Instructor's Manual.
Includes thousands of interesting-and often humorous-class-tested exercises and examples, many drawn from contemporary sources to help students become better critical thinkers.
Uses clear, systematic discussions of critical thinking standards and dispositions, as well as coverage of psychological impediments to critical thinking to help students develop their skills.
Emphasizes active, collaborative learning
Provides a clear and detailed discussion of the distinction between deductive and inductive reasoning
Takes a strong focus on writing, with complete chapters on using and evaluating sources and on writing argumentative essays
Stresses real-world applications, with many examples from popular culture, as well as complete chapters on thinking critically about the media and on distinguishing science from pseudoscience
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