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Print Price: $39.99

Format:
Paperback
104 pp.
5.5" x 8.25"

ISBN-13:
9780195432510

Copyright Year:
2011

Imprint: OUP Canada


Creativity for Critical Thinkers

First Canadian Edition

Anthony Weston and Byron Stoyles

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.

Readership : The first Canadian edition of Creativity for Critical Thinkers is a supplemental text for first- and second-year critical thinking courses offered out of philosophy departments at the college and university levels.

Preface
Notes for Instructors
Notes for Students
1. Creativity's Promise
2. Getting Started
3. Multiplying Your Options
4. Building on Your Breakthroughs
5. Reframing Problems
6. Full-Time Creativity
Further Reading
Notes and Sources

There are no Instructor/Student Resources available at this time.

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.

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Special Features

  • Canadian. Includes Canadian references and examples throughout, making the material relevant to students in this country.
  • Unique. The only critical thinking textbook that teaches students how thinking 'outside the box' and looking at the world as it could be can create an entirely new view of the world as it is.
  • Creative focus frees students from a preoccupation with 'critical thinking' as merely criticism.
  • Concise. Covers a broad range of critical thinking topics in a succinct format, making it appropriate as a supplementary text.
  • Logical organization. Flow from topic to topic reflects students' pattern of discovery.
  • Interdisciplinary. Makes reference to major works and theories from a variety of disciplines (e.g. DeBono in psychology), providing students with a thorough understanding of critical thinking.
  • Accessible. Informal and enthusiastic writing style makes complex ideas easy and enjoyable for students
  • Applicable to everyday life. Practical methods for creative thinking are illustrated and reinforced through exercises and applications that range from science and technology to the arts and from the small aggravations of everyday life to the largest difficulties in politics, the family, and the future.
  • Practice questions at the end of each chapter provide students with the opportunity to engage in the material and exercise their creative and critical thinking skills.
  • Helpful pedagogy. Boxed features-'Key Points', 'Case in Point', and 'Summary'-integrated throughout help organize the content and provide students with useful tips, examples, and summaries.
  • Further Reading list promotes active learning outside of the classroom.
  • Notes for Instructors & Students. New to the Canadian edition, these sections explain to both audiences how they can best use the book to meet their specific needs.