Creativity for Critical Thinkers - Softcover

Weston, Anthony; Stoyles, Byron

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0195432517 ISBN 13: 9780195432510

Verlag: Oxford University Press, Canada, 2010

Inhaltsangabe

This first Canadian edition is a concise introduction to the art of expanding possibility through creativity. Covering such practical methods as multiplying options, brainstorming, lateral thinking, and reframing problems, the text offers provocative and effective techniques for constructive and expansive kinds of thinking, demonstrating how reason and creativity can work together. Specifically designed to supplement more traditional critical thinking texts, this book shows readers how to use creativity to construct innovative, 'outside of the box' arguments and solutions to problems. Written in a clear, engaging style and incorporating a wealth of Canadian sources and examples, Creativity for Critical Thinkers, first Canadian edition, is the ideal supplemental text for any critical thinking course.

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Über die Autorin bzw. den Autor

Anthony Weston is professor of philosophy and environmental studies at Elon University. He has written several books, including Creative Problem-Solving in Ethics (OUP US, 2006) and A 21st Century Ethical Toolbox (OUP US, 2007).

Byron Stoyles is assistant professor of philosophy at Trent University. He received his MA and PhD from the University of Western Ontario. Before joining Trent, he held teaching positions at the University of Western Ontario and McGill University. Although his research interests lie primarily in ancient philosophy and ethical theory, he is also interested in the history of philosophy (broadly construed), practical ethics, and philosophy of law.

Details zur Ausgabe

• Verlag: Oxford University Press, Canada
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2010
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 0195432517
• ISBN 13: 9780195432510
• Einband: Taschenbuch
• Anzahl der Seiten: 104
• Kontakt zum Hersteller: Nicht verfügbar
• Verantwortliche Person: Messaggerie Libri ; ufficio.anagrafiche@meli.it; ; Via Verdi, 8; Assago Milano; Italien