The Essential Guide to Building Your Argument
- Dave Rush - University of Essex, UK
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Watch the recording of How to Understand and Produce Good Arguments at University with Dave Rush. In this practical webinar, hosted by JS Group, Dave uses real-world examples and provides tried-and-tested advice to help you develop your argumentation skills, whatever context you find yourself in.
A comprehensive and engaging book that equips readers with valuable tools for crafting persuasive arguments. With a clear and logical structure, the book covers fundamental concepts like logical fallacies, evidence gathering, and critical thinking. Real-life examples and exercises provide practical applications, while the author's expertise and authority instill confidence. This resource goes beyond theory, offering actionable strategies for effective argumentation. The emphasis on critical thinking and the inclusion of additional resources make it a must-read for anyone seeking to enhance their persuasive skills and excel in debates, negotiations, and various communication situations.
Adopted for the reading list for the academic literacies project supporting midwifery students throughout their programme to develop academic skills
Constructing arguments taxes students greatly and this simple guide takes them through the tasks involved in a clear step-by-step way.
Clear and easy to follow.
This adds to my generic reading list regarding the building of critical thinking skills, feeding into a range of modules as we progress from level 4 to level 6 qualifications.