Critical thinking is the process of actively
conceptualizing, applying, analyzing, synthesizing,
and/or evaluating information gathered from
observation, experience, reflection, reasoning, or
communication as a guide to belief and action.
Characteristics that Embody a
Proficient Critical Thinker
Open Minded
Healthy Skepticism
Intellectual Humility
Annotations:
Basically, examining new evidence even if it counters your own beliefs.
Free Thinker
Highly Motivated
Approaches for
Evaluating Information
Credible
Is it believable? Trustworthy?
Unbiased
Is it fair and impartial?
Accurate
Is it free from errors? Correct and truthful?
Systems Thinking
and Decision Making
Reactive Thinking
(System-1)
"Auto-pilot"; shoot first,
ask questions later
Reflective Thinking
(System-2)
Deliberate, thinking about thinking
MP 2. Hindrances to
Critical Thinking
A. Basic Human Limitations
Confirmation Bias & Selective Thinking
Valuing shared beliefs and
devaluing contradictory beliefs