Critical thinking : an exploration of theory and practice

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Title:

Author:

Moon, Jennifer A.

ISBN:

9780415411790

9780415411783

9780203944882

Personal Author:

Moon, Jennifer A.

Publication Information:

London ; New York : Routledge, 2008.

Physical Description:

viii, 237 p. ; 24 cm.

Series:

MyiLibrary.

General Note:

Formerly CIP.

Contents:

Pt. 1. Introduction -- 1. Introduction : the topic, the content, the writer, ... -- Pt. 2. Mapping the territory of critical thinking -- 2. Critical thinking as an elusive concept : what critical thinking might be ... -- 3. Approaches to critical thinking in the literature -- 4. Some of the broader issues of critical thinking : standards, objectivity and the cultural basis -- Pt. 3. The person as a critical thinker -- 5. The role of emotion, language and curiosity in critical thinking -- 6. Academic assertiveness : being appropriately assertive as a thinker -- Pt. 4. Taking stock -- 7. Critical thinking : a pause to take stock -- Pt. 5. Epistemological development and depth in critical thinking -- 8. Critical thinking and learners' conceptions of knowledge -- 9. Depth in critical thinking -- Pt. 6. Critical thinking and pedagogy -- 10. A defining statement on critical thinking and an introduction to the pedagogy -- 11. The pedagogy of critical thinking.

12. The pedagogy of academic assertiveness -- Pt. 7. Resources.

Abstract:

"Critical Thinking is an exploration of and exposition on the elusive concept of critical thinking that is central to the operation of advanced stages of education and professional development. It draws on a wide-ranging review of literature and discussion. With a substantial section of resources for direct use with learners, the book provides theory and practical support for the teaching process so that learners can become effective critical thinkers."--BOOK JACKET.

Subject Term:

Critical thinking -- Study and teaching.

Electronic Access:

MyiLibrary
Table of contents only http://www.loc.gov/catdir/toc/ecip0710/2007005441.html
Publisher description http://www.loc.gov/catdir/enhancements/fy0731/2007005441-d.html

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Summary

In this book, Jennifer Moon explores and clarifies critical thinking and provides practical guidance for improving student learning and supporting the teaching process.

Key themes covered include:

different views of and approaches to critical thinking with an emphasis on a practical basis that can be translated into use in the classroom. links between learning, thinking and writing the place of critical thinking alongside other academic activities such as reflective learning and argument critical thinking and assessment, class environments, staff knowledge and development, writing tasks and oral tasks.

Teachers in all disciplines in post-compulsory education will find this approach to defining and improving students' critical thinking skills invaluable.