Thinking critically

This book examines issues related to fake news, a story that seems like real news but involves misleading, deceptive, or false information.

Introduces students to the complex issues involved in the use of E-cigarettes and vaping, challenging them to think independently through the presentation of the predominant arguments for and against this behavior, supported by relevant facts, quotations, examples, and statistics.

"[Artificial intelligence] is a topic that stirs strong emotions and generates fierce debate. While most people acknowledge that AI is an innovative technology, there is much debate over how it should be used. [Learn more about this issue in this book]"--Provided by publisher.

"The abortion issue is a complex one, and understanding the debates surrounding this issue are important in order to make informed voting decisions and personal choices regarding women's reproductive rights"--Provided by publisher.

"Research shows that gun-related injuries and deaths are on the rise in the United States. Despite new gun-control laws, gun violence continues to plague many areas in the United States. Preliminary figures for gun deaths in 2023 indicate the final total will once more exceed thirty-nine thousand, a level that has consistently been reached since 2014"--Provided by publisher.

Introduces issues related to the death penalty and examines the pros and cons of the debate.

"More than one-third of the world's population now uses social networking, which is having a huge impact on the way people think, communicate, and interact. Through a narrative-driven pro/con format supported by facts, quotes, anecdotes, and full-color illustrations, this title examines issues related to social networking"--Provided by publisher.

Introduces issues related to police powers and examines the pros and cons of the debate.

"Examines issues related to performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs) in sports"--Provided by publisher.

Introduces issues related to obesity and examines the pros and cons of the debate.