Here is the attempt to briefly describe a process of Critical Thinking:
Disciplined thinking governed by clear intellectual standards
Was it clear so far?
Ability and especial inability of critical thinking is a constant subject in stories and jokes.
We have to believe in free will. We?ve got no choice. ?Isaac Bashevis Singer, master of irony and story, Nobel Prize winner
I have never let my schooling interfere with my education. -Mark Twain
I can resist everything except temptation. -Oscar Wilde
Experience is simply the name we give our mistakes. -Oscar Wilde
Assignments: 1. In a small essay provide brief comments to above sections and answer the questions below.
2. To what extent has your education prepared you to think clearly, precisely, accurately, relevantly, consistently, logically, completely, and fairly? Have you ever known a person (e.g., a teacher or a parent) who strongly modeled the critical thinking standards discussed in this section? If so, how did he or she do that?
Select a story and add to your essay.
3. Have you ever been guilty of either practical inconsistency (saying one thing and doing another) or logical inconsistency (believing inconsistent things about a particular topic or issue)? (Hint: Of course you have!)
Share an example and email with your essay to dean@ituniversity.us.
4. Create 2 QnA to the subject and email to dean@ituniversity.us