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What does a 'well-cultivated critical thinker' do?
How does one effectively work with others in figuring out solutions to complex problems?
Which of the following are components of critical thinking?
Critical thinking adds what level of thinking to ordinary thinking?
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What is second-order thinking?
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Which of the following is not a definition of critical thinking?
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To analyze thinking, one should identify its purpose, question, information, conclusion(s), assumptions, and...
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To assess thinking, one should check it for clarity, accuracy, relevance, depth, breadth, and...
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Why is critical thinking so important?
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...is self-directed, self-disciplined, self-monitored, and self-corrective thinking.
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Study Notes
Critical Thinking Characteristics
- A well-cultivated critical thinker figures out solutions to complex problems by effectively working with others.
Components of Critical Thinking
- Purpose
- Question
- Information
- Conclusion(s)
- Assumptions
- Point of view
Thinking Levels
- Critical thinking adds a higher level of thinking to ordinary thinking.
Second-Order Thinking
- Second-order thinking involves thinking about thinking.
Assessing Thinking
- To assess thinking, check it for:
- Clarity
- Accuracy
- Relevance
- Depth
- Breadth
Importance of Critical Thinking
- Critical thinking is important because it is self-directed, self-disciplined, self-monitored, and self-corrective thinking.
Definition of Critical Thinking
- Critical thinking is not defined as simply "thinking a lot" or "thinking quickly".
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Test your knowledge of critical thinking definitions and analytical thinking processes with this quiz. Identify the correct definitions and components of critical thinking.
