The Thinking Critically series introduces students to the complex issues that dominate public discourse and challenges them to become discerning readers, to think independently, and to engage and develop their skills as critical thinkers. Chapters are organized in a pro/con format, in which a single author synthesizes the predominant arguments for and against an issue into clear, accessible discussions supported by details and evidence including relevant...

Discusses issues regarding video games and violence, including how video game violence affects youth, if they are a cause of mass shootings, and if violence in video games should be regulated

Looks at questions related to bioethics, providing writings from opposing viewpoints intended to encourage critical thinking on physician-assisted suicide, genetic testing, embryonic stem cell research, and organ donation.