Establish a strong foundation in critical thinking and problem-solving skills with the 4th edition of the Cambridge International AS & A Level Thinking Skills coursebook. This edition enhances reasoning, analysis, and logical argumentation by incorporating more real-world examples, questions, and relatable contexts. The range of questions and activities is designed to promote active learning, build student confidence, and deepen understanding.The digital coursebook includes engaging videos. Access your digital resource via Cambridge GO (look inside the front cover for more details).This…mehr
Establish a strong foundation in critical thinking and problem-solving skills with the 4th edition of the Cambridge International AS & A Level Thinking Skills coursebook. This edition enhances reasoning, analysis, and logical argumentation by incorporating more real-world examples, questions, and relatable contexts. The range of questions and activities is designed to promote active learning, build student confidence, and deepen understanding.The digital coursebook includes engaging videos. Access your digital resource via Cambridge GO (look inside the front cover for more details).This coursebook supports the Cambridge International AS & A Level Thinking Skills syllabus (9694) for examination from 2028.
How to use this series How to use this book Introduction Chapter 1 Introduction 1.1 Introduction 1.2 Chapter overview 1.3 Past paper questions 1.4 Command words 1.5 Summary Section 1: Problem solving Chapter 2 Understanding data in simple formats 2.1 Understanding the information available 2.2 Working out the calculation that is needed 2.3 Selecting which parts of the information are needed 2.4 Different ways to round numbers 2.5 Understanding information in tables 2.6 Understanding information from graphs 2.7 Understanding information in diagrams 2.8 Further sources of information 2.9 Linked activity: Understanding the numbering used in photography Chapter 3 Deductions and modelling 3.1 Summarising information 3.2 Making deductions 3.3 Applying models 3.4 Linked activity: Logic circuits Chapter 4 Arranging, searching and finding 4.1 Understanding timetables 4.2 Searching 4.3 Scheduling 4.4 Linked activity: Sharing a chocolate bar Chapter 5 Communicating reasoning and patterns in data 5.1 Summarising information 5.2 Justifying a solution to a problem 5.3 Checking all the possibilities 5.4 Making estimates and stating assumptions 5.5 Linked activity: Identifying errors in data Chapter 6 Logical relations and features in data 6.1 Logical relationships between pieces of information 6.2 Identifying features in data 6.3 Using patterns and other features found in data 6.4 Searching for solutions 6.5 Linked activity: Barcodes Chapter 7 More complex problems 7.1 Making and explaining more complex deductions 7.2 Complex models 7.3 Adapting solutions to problems in response to changes 7.4 Linked activity: Error detection Section 2: Critical thinking Chapter 8 Evaluating reasoning (credibility) 8.1 What is 'evaluating evidence'? 8.2 Reliability 8.3 Plausibility 8.4 Corroboration and consistency 8.5 Perspectives presented in evidence Chapter 9 Evaluate and use statistical evidence 9.1 Representativeness of samples 9.2 Design of questionnaires 9.3 Issues with the way data is presented Chapter 10 Use of evidence 10.1 Explanations 10.2 Inferences 10.3 Assessing how well evidence supports a particular claim Chapter 11 Arguments 11.1 Distinguishing between arguments and other types of text 11.2 Argument elements 11.3 Assumptions 11.4 Analysing the structure of arguments Chapter 12 Evaluating reasoning 12.1 Fallacies (flaws) 12.2 Other potential causes of weakness 12.3 Appeals 12.4 Analogies 12.5 Identifying weaknesses in documents Chapter 13 Constructing arguments and explanations 13.1 Introduction to constructing arguments and explanations 13.2 Argument elements which can strengthen reasoning 153.3 Arguments and explanations based on source material 13.4 Arguments not based on given sources Chapter 14 Preparing for assessment 14.1 Introduction 14.2 The format of the assessment 14.3 How to approach questions 14.4 Revision tips 14.5 Some final thoughts Glossary Index Acknowledgements.
How to use this series How to use this book Introduction Chapter 1 Introduction 1.1 Introduction 1.2 Chapter overview 1.3 Past paper questions 1.4 Command words 1.5 Summary Section 1: Problem solving Chapter 2 Understanding data in simple formats 2.1 Understanding the information available 2.2 Working out the calculation that is needed 2.3 Selecting which parts of the information are needed 2.4 Different ways to round numbers 2.5 Understanding information in tables 2.6 Understanding information from graphs 2.7 Understanding information in diagrams 2.8 Further sources of information 2.9 Linked activity: Understanding the numbering used in photography Chapter 3 Deductions and modelling 3.1 Summarising information 3.2 Making deductions 3.3 Applying models 3.4 Linked activity: Logic circuits Chapter 4 Arranging, searching and finding 4.1 Understanding timetables 4.2 Searching 4.3 Scheduling 4.4 Linked activity: Sharing a chocolate bar Chapter 5 Communicating reasoning and patterns in data 5.1 Summarising information 5.2 Justifying a solution to a problem 5.3 Checking all the possibilities 5.4 Making estimates and stating assumptions 5.5 Linked activity: Identifying errors in data Chapter 6 Logical relations and features in data 6.1 Logical relationships between pieces of information 6.2 Identifying features in data 6.3 Using patterns and other features found in data 6.4 Searching for solutions 6.5 Linked activity: Barcodes Chapter 7 More complex problems 7.1 Making and explaining more complex deductions 7.2 Complex models 7.3 Adapting solutions to problems in response to changes 7.4 Linked activity: Error detection Section 2: Critical thinking Chapter 8 Evaluating reasoning (credibility) 8.1 What is 'evaluating evidence'? 8.2 Reliability 8.3 Plausibility 8.4 Corroboration and consistency 8.5 Perspectives presented in evidence Chapter 9 Evaluate and use statistical evidence 9.1 Representativeness of samples 9.2 Design of questionnaires 9.3 Issues with the way data is presented Chapter 10 Use of evidence 10.1 Explanations 10.2 Inferences 10.3 Assessing how well evidence supports a particular claim Chapter 11 Arguments 11.1 Distinguishing between arguments and other types of text 11.2 Argument elements 11.3 Assumptions 11.4 Analysing the structure of arguments Chapter 12 Evaluating reasoning 12.1 Fallacies (flaws) 12.2 Other potential causes of weakness 12.3 Appeals 12.4 Analogies 12.5 Identifying weaknesses in documents Chapter 13 Constructing arguments and explanations 13.1 Introduction to constructing arguments and explanations 13.2 Argument elements which can strengthen reasoning 153.3 Arguments and explanations based on source material 13.4 Arguments not based on given sources Chapter 14 Preparing for assessment 14.1 Introduction 14.2 The format of the assessment 14.3 How to approach questions 14.4 Revision tips 14.5 Some final thoughts Glossary Index Acknowledgements.
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