Author Description
Featuring an exceptionally clear writing style and a wealth of real-world examples and exercises, Logic: An Emphasis on Critical Thinking and Informal Logic, Fourth Edition, shows how logic relates to everyday life, demonstrating its applications in such areas as the workplace, media and entertainment, politics, science and technology, student life, and elsewhere. The examples and exercises were chosen to be interesting, thought-provoking, and relevant to students.This alternate edition contains Chapters 1, 2, 3, 4, 10, 11, 12, 13 A-E, and 14 of the comprehensive edition.The text is enhanced by Dashboard, Oxford University Press' learning management platform, which offers a wealth of learning resources, including interactive proof-checking and truth table exercises. The fourth edition features new illustrations in Chapter 1 and a new appendix, "The LSAT and Logical Reasoning."
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This text investigates the fundamental principles of logical reasoning and their practical application in navigating everyday discourse and decision-making. Stan Baronett, an experienced educator in the field of philosophy, utilizes a structured pedagogical framework to bridge the gap between abstract logical theory and real-world scenarios. By integrating diverse examples from media, politics, and science, the author argues that proficiency in informal logic is a necessary skill for effective communication and critical analysis in contemporary society.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Comprehensive coverage of informal logic, including argument identification and evaluation
- Practical exercises focused on identifying fallacies and constructing sound arguments
- Integration with digital learning platforms for interactive proof-checking and truth table practice
- Specific guidance on applying logical reasoning to standardized testing, such as the LSAT
Scope Limits
- This edition is an abridged version containing only selected chapters from the comprehensive edition
- The text focuses primarily on informal logic and critical thinking rather than advanced formal symbolic logic systems
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Instructors and students frequently highlight the accessibility of Baronett's prose, noting that it successfully demystifies complex logical concepts for undergraduate learners. The text is widely regarded as a practical, student-centered resource for introductory philosophy and critical thinking courses.
Page Count:
432
Publication Date:
2018-09-14
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0190691875
ISBN-13:
9780190691875
Philosophy
Critical thinking
textbook
Logic
Education