CRITICAL THINKING
What is critical thinking?
Critical thinking is the process of analyzing facts in order to form different judgement. It is a self- directed process by which we take deliberate steps to think at the highest level of quality.
Aim of critical thinking
1.The aim critical thinking is to promote independent thinking, personal autonomy and reasoned judgement in thought and action.
2. To promote the ability to reason well and the disposition to do so.
3. To promote quality of life, to ensure we live the best of our lives.
4. To make us conscious in choices making.
Importance of critical thinking
1. Critical thinking is universal : It is a domain general thinking skills. It means that no matter what part or profession you pursue, this skills will always be relevant and beneficial to you.
2. Critical thinking for the economy : our future depend on technology, information and innovation. Critical thinking is needed for our fast growing economies, to solve problems as quickly and effectively as possible.
3. Improves language and presentation skills: In order to express ourselves best, we need to know how to think clearly and present.
4. Promote Creativity : critical thinking allows new and creative ideas and knowledge to analyze these ideas.
Benefits of critical thinking
1 . Critical thinking is the key for career success.
2. It enhances problem solving skills.
3. It Innovatives : an activity for the mind.
4. Creative inventive : it makes idea and exploration possible.
5. Creative thinking : it generates solution thinking, positive mind, brainstorm, fun, invention, ideas, intelligence.
6.Critical thinking assess creativity.
7. It promotes curiosity.
Strategy of critical thinking
1. Fluency
2. Flexibility
3. Originality
4. Elaboration
How to improve your critical thinking
1. Define your question or your idea.
2. Gather reliable information
3. Ask the right questions.
4. Look at the short and the long term.
5. Explore all sides.
6. Evaluate your work.
7. Identify the best solution.
How is critical thinking developed at school?
1. When a teacher asks a question in the class, students are to be given the chance to answer themselves and think critically about what they learn.
2. When students work in groups, teachers are require to force them in discussion, this will make them to use their critical thinking skills and also help them to expand their thinking. Imagination is more important than knowledge.