Introducing logic and critical thinking : the skills of reasoning and the virtues of inquiry /
T. Ryan Byerly.
- Grand Rapids, Michigan : Baker Academic, (c)2017.
- x, 244 pages ; 24 cm
Includes bibliographical references.
PART 1 - THE SKILLS OF REASONING -- Introduction to Arguments / -- Deductive Logic / -- Inductive Logic PART 2 - THE VIRTUES OF INQUIRY -- Internal Virtues / -- Virtues of Intellectual Dependence / -- Virtues of Intellectual Dependability.
"This robust, clear, and well-researched textbook for classes in logic introduces students to both formal logic and to the virtues of intellectual inquiry. Part 1 challenges students to develop the analytical skills of deductive and inductive reasoning, showing them how to identify and evaluate arguments. Part 2 helps students develop the intellectual virtues of the wise inquirer. The book includes helpful pedagogical features such as practice exercises and a concluding summary with definitions of key concepts for each chapter. Resources for professors and students are available through Baker Academic's Textbook eSources." --