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Bonnett, Alastair

 
9780130193247: How to Argue: A Student's Guide
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ISBN 10 : 0130193240 ISBN 13 : 9780130193247
Editeur : Pearson Education Limited, 2001

Synopsis

One of the most difficult things students within higher education have to learn is how to argue. Indeed, if there is one key intellectual distinction between tertiary and secondary education it is that the former requires, indeed insists, that students must be able to evidence intellectual autonomy. In other words, students need to be able to argue. Yet students are usually confused and intimidated by this prospect. In many cases they are unsure what is meant when they 'must have an argument'. And since the skill of argument is something their instructors have learnt more by a kind of intellectual osmosis than formal tuition they are often ill-equipped to provide clear or coherent help. So it is that the most important intellectual characteristic of tertiary education in the social sciences and humanities is also one of the least well taught and most neglected. How to Argue aims to address these fears. Being asked to present an argument is a challenge. It is probably the most difficult thing most students will be asked to do at university. However by applying the techniques described in this book students should find it a lot easier. Packed with exercises, examples and case studies, the chapters take students through the techniques of forming an academic argument, from contradictions and tensions, to empirical adequacy, structure and presentation.

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One of the most difficult things students within higher education have to learn is how to argue. Indeed, if there is one key intellectual distinction between tertiary and secondary education it is that the former requires, indeed insists, that students must be able to evidence intellectual autonomy. In other words, students need to be able to argue. Yet students are usually confused and intimidated by this prospect. In many cases they are unsure what is meant when they 'must have an argument'. And since the skill of argument is something their instructors have learnt more by a kind of intellectual osmosis than formal tuition they are often ill-equipped to provide clear or coherent help. So it is that the most important intellectual characteristic of tertiary education in the social sciences and humanities is also one of the least well taught and most neglected.  How to Argue aims to address these fears. Being asked to present an argument is a challenge. It is probably the most difficult thing most students will be asked to do at university. However by applying the techniques described in this book students should find it a lot easier. Packed with exercises, examples and case studies, the chapters take students through the techniques of forming an academic argument, from contradictions and tensions, to empirical adequacy, structure and presentation.

Quatrième de couverture

How to Argue

Alastair Bonnett

 

Is there a secret to successful study?The answer is 'yes'! There are some essential skills and smart strategies that will help you to improve your results at university.

 

This easy-to-use guide identifies and addresses the areas where most students need help with preparing and presenting an argument and provides straightforward, practical tips and solutions that will enable you to assess and then improve your performance.

How to Argue provides all of the tips, tools and techniques that you will need to learn how to present a coherent and considered argument and demostrate your ability to argue in any academic context, including:

  • How to choose and structureyour argument
  • How to argue in different academic contexts
  • Arguing in oral presentations
  • The role of arguement in dissertations and exams
  • How to criticise arguments and be original

 

  • Visit www.smarterstudyskills.com to access a wealth of useful information, tips, templates and interactive activities that will support your skills development.

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Éditeur
Pearson Education Limited
Date d'édition
2001
Langue
anglais
ISBN 10 
0130193240
ISBN 13 
9780130193247
Reliure
Broché
Numéro d'édition
1
Nombre de pages
136
Coordonnées du fabricant
non disponible
Personne responsable
Riccardo Bacigalupo
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