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Good Book, In Theory: A Guide to Theoretical Thinking
Good Book In Theory A Guide to Theoretical Thinking Author:Alan Sears This book is designed to introduce readers to the joys and challenges of theoretical thinking. It begins by encouraging reflection of informal everyday theorizing, showing that theoretical thinking is an important feature of human activity. A focus on key themes?the politics of the classroom, the notion of what is "real," what is "natural," and ... more »how time is measured?allows Sears to draw out important elements of social theory in a way that makes it relevant and interesting to students. Creative exercises bring the issues to life and help hone critical thinking and writing skills. In the process, Sears offers an engaging and accessible guide through the complex world of social theory and lays a solid foundation for further study. Comments: "Sears has written a passionate, candid, and personal text about a subject that is dreaded as abstract, complex, and boring, particularly among the young generation. His brilliant use of literature and popular culture adds to the appeal of the book. It is indeed 'A Good Book, In Theory' to have." - Shahrzad Mojab, Ontario Institute for Studies in Education "[... an engaging, student-friendly introduction to one of the major ways of thinking about Sociological Theory." - Frank Pearce, Queen's University "I recommend this book highly. It can be used in theory and method courses and in any substantive area as a supporting text to encourage students to develop their capacity in critical thinking. I enjoyed reading this book and will definitely be using it as a pedagogical tool in developing my own courses." - Maria Wallis, King's University College, University of Western Ontario Special Combined Price: A special package price is available on course text orders when A Good Book, In Theory is ordered together with Social Theory: Continuity and Confrontation, edited by Roberta Garner. Please contact customerservice@broadviewpress.com for more details. Alan Sears is an Associate Professor in the Department of Sociology and Anthropology and a faculty member of the Labour Studies Programme at the University of Windsor, Ontario. He is the author of Retooling the Mind Factory: Education in a Lean State (Garamond Press, 2003).« less