The Art of Asking Essential Questions: Based on Critical Thinking Concepts and Socratic Principles

by Linda Elder and Richard Paul

The Art of Asking Essential Questions illuminates an underappreciated yet vital skill set that lies at the root of all learning and success. Not only do questions help us gain knowledge on a topic, but they also allow us to dispel erroneous or deceptive information, uncover assumptions and motivations, draw accurate conclusions, and make sustainable plans.

Linda Elder and Richard Paul illustrate the elements of an effective question and discuss...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0944583164
• ISBN13: 9780944583166
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: Foundation for Critical Thinking
• Length: 54 Pages
• Weight: 0.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 4.7" x 8.3"