The Critical Thinking Toolkit

Are you looking to develop and master critical thinking skills? This introductory book is designed to meet the need for practical, applied content in this essential area. It guides you through the day-to-day application of critical thinking at university, both in preparation for, during and after university-based learning activities including lectures and seminars and in assessed work including essays, presentations, exams and practical learning opportunities.
Ideal for beginner to advanced students, this book's approach:
·              Allows you to apply new critical thinking and reasoning skills with exercises and real-world examples
·              Helps you in building your critical thinking skills progressively in a clear way.
·              Enables you to tailor your learning journey to your specific goals with activities, examples, and personalised action plans.
Ideal for students seeking to enhance their critical thinking abilities, this book is a valuable addition to any academic toolkit.

Paula Beesley is a Senior Lecturer in Social Work at Leeds Beckett University, with interests in communication skill development and practice placements. She holds the Practice Teacher Award, and has been a practice teacher for 20 years both as a child protection social worker and as an independent off-site practice educator working with a wide range of placements and students. She is currently undertaking a PhD into communication in social work student supervision on placement.