5 Questions
What is Critical Thinking concerned with?
Quality of beliefs, opinions, viewpoints, positions, how you think, forming beliefs, handling beliefs, convincing others
What defines Critical Thinking?
Assessing beliefs based on logic and reason.
Critical Thinking is concerned with the factors that caused you to have beliefs.
False
Critical thinking involves the study of good reasoning, or inference, and the rules that govern it, which is known as __________.
logic
Match the forms of Enlightenment provided by Critical Thinking:
Skills for learning and exploring = Critical thinking is essential in every intellectual endeavor, every profession, and every college course. Defense against error, manipulation, and prejudice = Critical thinking provides tools to defend against manipulation by marketers, politicians, or misinformation. Tools for self-discovery = Critical thinking allows individuals to critically examine arguments and apply critical powers to their own ideas.
Study Notes
What is Critical Thinking?
- Concerned with:
- Quality of beliefs, opinions, viewpoints, and positions (truth, falsehood, informativeness, and blindness)
- Process of thinking (how to form, handle, and convince others of beliefs)
- Not concerned with:
- Content of thoughts (what you think)
- Factors causing beliefs (sociological, psychological, and emotional influences)
Definition of Critical Thinking
- Systematic evaluation or formulation of beliefs/statements by rational standards
- Involves distinct procedures and methods
- Evaluates and formulates existing and new beliefs
- Judges beliefs by how well they are supported by reasons
Relationship with Logic
- Critical thinking involves logic (study of good reasoning and rules governing it)
- Broader than logic, involving:
- Truth or falsity of statements
- Evaluation of arguments and evidence
- Analysis and investigation
- Other skills to decide what to believe or do
Importance of Critical Thinking
- Enlightens us by:
- Overcoming darkness/confusion from numerous assertions and opinions
- Empowering us to make informed decisions and take control of our lives
- Provides skills for learning, defense against error, and tools for self-discovery
Common Misconceptions about Critical Thinking
- Critical thinking makes people too critical or cynical (no, it promotes judicious evaluation and openness to opposing views)
- Critical thinking makes people cold and unemotional (no, it helps clarify feelings and deal with them effectively)
- Critical thinking is the enemy of creativity (no, it can complement creative thinking and enhance creations)
This quiz assesses understanding of critical thinking concepts, including the quality of beliefs and opinions and the process of thinking. It covers the basics of critical thinking and its applications.
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