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Critical Thinking
Deception
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Pseudoscience
Psychic Deception
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Product details
- ISBN 9780761862925
- Weight: 290g
- Dimensions: 154 x 229mm
- Publication Date: 24 Dec 2013
- Publisher: University Press of America
- Publication City/Country: US
- Product Form: Paperback
- Language: English
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Pseudoscience and Deception is a compilation of some of the most eye-opening skeptical articles pertaining to extraordinary claims and pseudoscience. The articles explore paranormal, extraordinary, or fringe-science claims and reveal logical explanations or outline the deceptive tactics involved in convincing the vulnerable. Topics include claims of astrology, psychic ability, alternative medicine, after-death communication, psychotherapy, and pseudoscience. The contributors to this book are among the most accomplished critical thinkers, scientists, and educators in the world and tackle their respective topics from a rational, logical, and skeptical perspective. Most students are seldom excited to study “critical thinking”—with the exception of allegedly paranormal phenomena as the subject matter. Educators must seize this golden opportunity to witness and experience students’ genuine engagement in studying critical thinking.
Bryan Farha is professor of behavioral studies in education at Oklahoma City University. He received a doctor of education degree in counseling psychology from the University of Tulsa. A scientific and technical consultant to the Committee for Skeptical Inquiry (CSI), his work in combating deception has been recognized by CNN, TIME.com, The National Geographic Channel, andA&E. Dr. Farha is founder of the creative website, PARANORMALinquest.net.
