Critical Thinking & Writing is a study book by Francisca Jungslager and Wilma Maljaars, aimed at developing academic thinking and writing skills. The book supports students in writing scientific texts based on literature research, with added focus on argument analysis and the process of rewriting.
The method is especially suitable for students in the humanities and social sciences and aligns with programs at, among others, Leiden University. In addition to writing theses, it also covers other scientific genres such as essays, reviews, and popular science articles.
Complete with exercises, examples, and additional online study materials, this is a practical handbook for independent study and classroom-based education. For instructors, there is also an extensive teaching guide with didactic tips and exercise solutions.
The authors have extensive experience in scientific writing and education, including at Leiden University and the University of Amsterdam. This book is an indispensable guide for anyone who wants to learn to write professionally through critical thinking.