TY - BOOK AU - Cottrell,Stella TI - Critical thinking skills: developing effective analysis and argument SN - 9780230327771 (pbk.) U1 - 160 COT PY - 2005/// CY - New York PB - Palgrave Macmillan KW - Critical thinking KW - Study and teaching KW - Study skills N1 - Includes bibliographical references (p. 246-247) and index N2 - 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. ER -