Richard Paul Bücher

This book reveals the power of critical thinking to make sense of overwhelming and often subjective media by detecting ideology, slant, and spin at work. Building off the Paul and Elder framework for critical thinking, Elder focuses on the internal logic of the news as well as societal influences on the media.

May be used in conjunction with: Historical thinking: bringing critical thinking explicitly into the heart of historical study / by Meg Gorzycki, Linda Elder and Richard Paul. Tomales, CA: The Foundation for Critical Thinking Press, [2013], A2013.

The book focuses on enhancing critical thinking skills applicable in various facets of life, including professional and personal contexts. Richard Paul and Linda Elder outline essential skills for effective thinking and guide readers in analyzing their thought processes. This self-assessment enables individuals to recognize and address their weaknesses, ultimately fostering improved decision-making and reasoning abilities.