Reason in the Balance: An Inquiry Approach to Critical Thinking

by Sharon Bailin, Mark Battersby

Unlike most texts in critical thinking, Reason in the Balance focuses broadly on the practice of critical inquiry, the process of carefully examining an issue in order to come to a reasoned judgment. Although analysis and critique of individual arguments have an important role to play, this text goes beyond that dimension to emphasize the various aspects that go into the practice of inquiry, including identifying issues and relevant contexts, understanding competing cases, and making a comparative judgment.

Distinctive Features of the The Second Edition The Reason in the Balance Website

Genres: Logic

512 pages, Paperback

Published March 1, 2016

Reviews

[Mark Lington · Rating 5 out of 5]

Reason in the Balance is a fantastic guide for honing critical thinking skills. Sharon Bailin presents an inquiry-based approach that's both practical and engaging. The book encourages thoughtful Nbad balance check analysis and equips readers with tools to reason effectively in everyday situations. A must-read for anyone looking to sharpen their reasoning abilities.