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Argumentation and Critical Decision Making, 7/E
Richard D. Rieke, University of Utah
Malcolm O. Sillars, University of Utah
Tarla Rai Peterson, Texas A&M University

ISBN-10: 0205591833
ISBN-13: 9780205591831

Publisher: Allyn & Bacon
Copyright: 2009
Format: Cloth; 352 pp
Estimated Availability: 08/01/2008

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The first and most thoroughly developed audience-oriented argumentation text, Argumentation and Critical Decision Making presents argumentation as a cooperative, communicative process.

 

This text examines the general principles of argument in a rigorous yet readable manner and then applies those principles to different spheres of life – law, science, religion, business, government, and politics – to explore how conventions of argument change when applied to these real-world arenas. Focusing on the dynamics of decision making and using real-life examples to illustrate principles, Argumentation and Critical Decision Making aims to help readers develop practical argumentation skills within the world of their daily lives.

  • The thoroughly audience-oriented approach of this text speaks to the authors' comprehension that the audience is vital to understanding argumentation.
  • Current research and examples throughout the text show students how arguments work and make the material more relevant for them.
  • Real-world examples clarify concepts and help students see the relevance of argumentation skills to their lives.
  • Coverage of language is integrated throughout the text, reinforcing for students the importance of word selection in all aspects of argument.
  • Unique student “Projects” at the end of each chapter get students actively involved in the material, applying principles learned in the text to real life.

  • Features five thoroughly revised chapters on the practical application of argument, reflecting new scholarship and making the material even more meaningful and applicable for students.
  • Includes a new discussion of spheres of argument, emphasizing the relationship among audience, decision makers, sphere, and argumentative practice, and identifying for students the forms of acceptable argument, what counts as fact, and criteria used in criticism.
  • Gives greater emphasis to the role of dialectic as an explanation for why many critical decisions emerge from dialogue without the preparation of formal cases or staging of debates.
  • Draws on Toulmin’s recent thoughts in Return to Reason, building the reasonableness foundation to argumentation (in contrast to the rational).
  • Analyzes a new and timely question in the unique chapter on analysis in argumentation: How should the health care system be revised in the United States?
  • Emphasizes the process of using fallacy claims as a means of refutation, applying it more directly to students.
  • Features a new case study dealing with IBM’s response to profound changes in technology and globalization, examining the art and science of argumentation in business.

    • Preface.

     

    I. PRINCIPLES.

     

     1. Defining Argumentation.

    Elements of Argumentation

    Elements of Critical Decision Making

    Conclusion

    Project

     

     2. Appraising Argumentation.

    Argumentation and Being Reasonable

    The Bases of Reason in Argumentation

    Spheres

    Conclusion

    Project

     

     3. Making Sense in Argumentation.

    Traditional Criteria

    Nontraditional Criteria

    Alternative Dispute Resolution

    Conclusion

    Project

     

     4. Analysis in Argumentation.

    Critical Analysis to Find a Proposition

    Critical Analysis of a Proposition

    Analysis of Claims

    Conclusion

    Project

     

     5. Case Building.

    Preliminary Steps in Case Building

    Briefing Arguments

    Developing a Convincing Vision

    Communication to Specific Decision Makers

    Conclusion

    Project

     

    II. TOOLS.

     

     6. The Nature of Arguments.

    The Model of an Argument

    Types of Arguments

    Definitions as Argument

    The Analysis of Arguments

    Conclusion

    Project

     

     7. Support: Evidence.

    Forms of Evidence

    General Principles for the Use of Evidence

    Sphere Dependence of Evidence

    Conclusion

    Project

     

     8. Support: Values.

    Characteristics of Values

    Values Appear in Systems

    General Principles for the Use of Values

    Sphere Dependence of Values

    Conclusion

    Project

     

     9. Support: Credibility.

    Characteristics of Credibility

    Forms of Credibility

    General Principles for the Use of Credibility

    Sphere Dependence of Credibility

    Conclusion

    Project

     

    10. Refutation.

    The Process of Refutation

    Approaching Refutation

    Setting a Framework for Refutation

    Selecting a Posture for Refutation

    Communicating Refutation

    Conclusion

    Project

     

    11. Refutation By Fallacy Claim.

    Views of Fallacy

    Social Guides to Fallacy Claims

    Using Fallacy Claims in Refutation

    Conclusion

    Project

     

    III. APPLICATIONS.

     

    12. Argumentation in Law.

    Narrative in Legal Argumentation

    Arguments on the Law

    Conclusion

    Project

     

    13. Argumentation in Science.

    The Tradition of Argumentation in Science

    Scientific Use of Argument Types

    Scientific Use of Evidence

    Scientific Method as Argument

    Conclusion

    Project

     

    14. Argumentation in Religion.

    Major Questions in Religious Argumentation

    Evidence in Religious Argumentation

    Preferred Argument Forms

    Conclusion

    Project

     

    15. Argumentation in Business.

    Starting Points for Business Argumentation

    Forms of Support in Business Argumentation

    Conclusion

    Project

     

    16. Argumentation in Government and Politics.

    The Nature of Political Argumentation

    Refutation in Government and Politics

    Refutation in Legislative Action

    Argumentation in Political Campaigns

    The Special Role of Debates

    Refutation in the Political Campaign

    Conclusion

    Project

    References

    Name Index

    Subject Index

      The first and most thoroughly developed audience-oriented argumentation text, Argumentation and Critical Decision Making presents argumentation as a cooperative, communicative process.

      The text examines the general principles of argument in a rigorous yet readable manner and then applies those principles to different spheres of life—law, science, religion, business, and politics—to explore how conventions of argument change when applied to these real-world arenas. Focusing on the dynamics of decision-making and using real-life examples to illustrate principles, this book aims to help readers develop practical argumentation skills within the world of their daily lives.

    • 0205417930Argumentation and Critical Decision Making, 6/E
      Rieke, Sillars & Peterson
      © 2005 | Allyn & Bacon | Paper; 352 pages | Instock
      ISBN-10: 0205417930 | ISBN-13: 9780205417933
      Brief Description

    Argumentation and Critical Decision Making, 7/e

    Richard D. Rieke, University of Utah

    Malcolm O. Sillars, University of Utah

    Tarla Rai Peterson, Texas A&M University

     

    The first audience-oriented argumentation text available, Argumentation and Critical Decision Making presents argumentation as a cooperative, communicative process. This textexplores how conventions of argument change when applied to different spheres of life — law, science, religion, business, government, and politics. Focusing on the dynamics of decision making and using real-life examples to illustrate principles, Argumentation and Critical Decision Making aims to help you develop practical argumentation skills.

     

    Features of the Seventh Edition:

    • Features five thoroughly revised chapters on the practical application of argument, reflecting new scholarship.
    • Includes a new discussion of spheres of argument, emphasizing the relationship among audience, decision makers, sphere, and argumentative practice, and identifying the forms of acceptable argument, what counts as fact, and criteria used in criticism.
    • Gives greater emphasis to the role of dialectic as an explanation for why many critical decisions emerge from dialogue without the preparation of formal cases or staging of debates.
    • Presents a new case study addressing IBM’s response to profound changes in technology and globalization, illustrating the function of argumentation in business.
    • Analyzes a new and timely question in the unique chapter on analysis in argumentation: How should the health care system be revised in the United States?

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      Rieke, Sillars & Peterson
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