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Smart Thinking

How to Think Conceptually, Design Solutions and Make Decisions
By Bryan Greetham
Series: Bloomsbury Study Skills
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Smart Thinking by Bryan Greetham is a practical guide designed to unlock students' potential by teaching them how to generate ideas, think creatively and conceptually, and make informed decisions. The book is divided into three parts: understanding conceptual thinking, unleashing creative potential for problem-solving, and evaluating ideas to reach rational decisions. Filled with examples, tips, and activities, it helps students across disciplines improve their thinking skills and study methods.
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Ideal for students of all levels and disciplines seeking to develop critical thinking, creativity, and decision-making skills essential for academic success and employability.

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We all have the ability to think conceptually and creatively, but for many of us this potential lies untapped. Smart Thinking will teach you how to generate your own original ideas, create new concepts, assess risk, solve problems and make balanced decisions. Above all, this book will show you how to truly think for yourself.

It will likely appeal to the strategically-oriented / instrumental student through its regular linkage to employers' psychometric tests. It sidesteps all the gobbledegook and baggage of 'Critical Thinking', and presents the concept as something anyone can and does do - 'Critical Thinking' so often seems to divorce / annoy / mystify students .' - Nick Endacott, head of study skills at Middlesex University, UK 'The three-part structure is very clear and the chapter headings are worded in the most student-friendly and practical style possible. Each part follows a similar pattern that is highly appropriate, beginning with the 'what . .? ' and ending with two excellent sections that make clear to students how the chapter contents will improve their academic work and their employability.' - Jeanne Godfrey, bestselling study skills author

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Unlock your students’ potential with Smart Thinking, a step-by-step guide to generating ideas, thinking creatively and conceptually, and making decisions. The book begins by explaining what smart thinking is and how it develops the skills that today’s employers covet.

Part 1 unwraps the mysteries of conceptual thinking, with chapters on how to create new concepts and analyse existing ones. Part 2 shows students how to release their creative potential and devise original solutions to complex problems. Finally, Part 3 guides students on how to assess their ideas and solutions and come to a rational, objective decision.

Chapters are packed with examples, top tips and ‘try this’ activities for students to put their thinking skills to the test.

Smart Thinking will be an indispensable companion for students of all levels and disciplines who want to sharpen their thinking and improve the way they study.

Accompanying online resources for this title can be found at bloomsburyonlineresources.com/smart-thinking. These resources are designed to support teaching and learning when using this textbook and are available at no extra cost.

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Nicholas Jackson, University of Leeds, UK: "This accessible and cleverly designed book will give all students the tools to sharpen their thinking, generate new insights, and be more creative."

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781137502087

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 14 April 2016

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Bloomsbury Academic

Audience: Tertiary education

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 168.0mm

Height: 242.0mm

Weight: 580g

Pages: 328

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Bryan Greetham Career Development Education & Reference Mindset & Self Help New Year, New You Non-Fiction Self-Help & Personal Development Series: Bloomsbury Study Skills

About the Author

Bryan Greetham was educated at the universities of Kent and Sussex, UK. He holds a PhD in moral philosophy from the University of Newcastle, Australia. He is the author of How to Write Better Essays, How to Write Your Undergraduate Dissertation and Thinking Skills for Professionals.

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