CRITICAL THINKING

• Critical Thinking


  Is the ability to recognize or develop an argument. To use evidence in support of that argument. Draw reasoned conclusions, and use information to solve problems.
• Critical thinking is thinking about your thinking to improve your thinking.
• Why are humans called Homo criticus?

  Humans are species with the capacity to think critically
• Critical thinkers’ characteristics


  1.Humility

  2. Think about how they think

  3. Are aware their thinking is flawed and prone to errors

  4. Are curious and inquisitive

  5. Separate their identity from their beliefs

  6. Welcome criticisms from others

  7. Use evidence to arrive at conclusions and maintain a healthy level of skepticism

  8. Avoids “black and white thinking” (not always on sides, may look at gray areas)
• R.E.D.

  Recognize Assumptions. Evaluate Arguments. Draw Conclusions.