How to Argue

How to Argue

by ProfAlastairBonnett (Author)

Synopsis

The new and expanded edition of this short skills text elucidates key techniques and best practice for ensuring a cohesive, rigorous and convincing argument can be presented within an academic context. Appropriate for students across the disciplines, the author first deconstructs the basic principles that make good argument, and then - using appropriate examples and case studies to illustrate develops practical skills and techniques for students to apply in their academic career and beyond. Practical exercises encourage self-learning and application of the techniques.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 144
Edition: 3
Publisher: Prentice Hall
Published: 23 Jun 2011

ISBN 10: 0273743856
ISBN 13: 9780273743859
Book Overview:

This easy-to-use guide identifies and addresses the areas where most students need help with preparing and presenting a coherent and considered argument and provides straightforward, practical tips and solutions that will enable you to assess and then improve your performance and get better results and better grades!


Author Bio
Alastair Bonnett is Professor of Social Geography in the school of Geography, Politics & Sociology at Newcastle University.