What would the world be like without critical thinking? The thought of no Albert Einstein and his contribution to society is really scary. Introduction to Critical Thinking and Ethics Critical thinking can be defined as several things or ideas. The critical thinking process can be compared to the action of pealing back on onion. The first layer is brown or red as we continue the process we get to the nucleus of the onion. It is important to understand that critical thinking requires more thorough approach to an idea or information, rather than just looking at the outer cover. We as students and as people must think more than just on the surface. We must dig in to the subject and analyze or dissect the subject and/or question at hand. Critical …show more content…
According to Reichenbach, the first step is knowledge of whatever it is you are dealing with whether it is a reading assignment or a math problem. The second step is comprehension which we hear in reading all the time. Comprehension is the process of making sure you have a good understanding of the task and process you are dealing with. The third step in the process is application. This is the point when you attempt to apply what you learned to the situation or problem. These steps can happen all at once or simultaneously. The fourth step analysis involves both form and content. The fifth step is the synthesis. During this step, one must make an attempt to put together the information gathered from the previous steps. Once the information is organized it can then be evaluated to make an informed decision. Without proper evaluation, unreliable and unrealistic decisions can be made resulting in more work and …show more content…
When I attend a car auction I use the critical thinking process before making a purchase. The process allows me to weigh the pros and cons of purchasing a damaged or high mileage vehicle. The first thing I take into consideration is the price of the vehicle and the black book value. Then I determine if my shop can repair the car and if there will be enough profit for me to invest my time and effort. The same process is used when I buy vehicles with no damage. The benefit of using critical thinking and problem solving is a must in any transaction that a person or business is trying to accomplish. Ethical Lens Inventory I agree with the completed ethical lens inventory (ELI ). I do believe these assessments can be bias and geared towards convincing me to purchase something. The ELI summed me up perfectly by stating that I used sensibility in my decision making and equality. Those are the virtues that most military people have. Personal Ethics that Influence My Decision Making When I think about what makes people who they are, personal Ethics comes to mind. Basically those who demonstrate sound judgement and possess ethical behavior. Individuals who stay within the boundaries of the law, in most cases, positively contribute to society. That being said, my personal ethics will not allow me to rob a bank or snatch an old ladies pocket
First, it is important to understand what is critical thinking. Critical thinking is the ability to think clearly and reasonably. It is based on logic and objectivity. It includes the ability to reflect and think independently. A critical thinker
Critical thinking is the intellectually disciplined process of actively and skillfully conceptualizing, applying, analyzing, synthesizing, and/or evaluating information gathered from, or generated by, observation, experience, reflection, reasoning, or communication, as a guide to belief and action. In its exemplary form, it is based on universal intellectual values that transcend subject matter divisions: clarity, accuracy, precision, consistency, relevance, sound evidence, good reasons, depth, breadth, and fairness. (Critical thinking community, n.d.)
Critical thinking and problem solving are reliable skills for every manager and supervisor across all levels for any business or company. The ability to predict, identify and quickly resolve problems arising out of daily operational issues has become important to keep pace with the changing business requirements. Critical thinking is that mode of thinking about any subject, content or problem in which the thinker improves the quality of thinking by skillfully analyzing, assessing and reconstructing it.
After taking an Ethical Lens Inventory survey my personal blind spot for decision-making is the belief that motive justifies a method. This means that I have a very high focus on what needs to be done that I may unintentionally make collaborating individuals upset. I may sometimes feel that there are set rules and if those rules are not being followed it is up to me to make sure we are realigning. This may come across as bossy or self-centered. The way I make decisions may come across as either you do it my way or I will make you do it my way. I believe this is a case by case scenario but is somewhat true to how I ultimately make decisions and lead
Critical thinking is the purposeful and reflective judgment about what to believe or what to do in response to our observations, experience, verbal or written expressions, or arguements. It involves determining the meaning and significance of what is observed or expressed, concerning a given inference or argument, determining whether there is
Simpson and Courtney (2002) state "an important step in problem solving and decision-making is the need to utilize critical-thinking abilities to reframe a problem or situation." Critical thinking involves questioning all the features of a situation and analyzing solutions.
Critical thinking is when one strives to improve basic thought. Critical thinking involves one to be self-guided and
According to The Critical Thinking Community website, critical thinking is defined as the ability to consider and to analyze information in an unbiased manner in order to make decisions and judgments (2013). Critical thinking is important. Blooms Taxonomy breaks critical thinking as Evaluation Synthesis Analysis Application, Comprehension and Knowledge. The components of critical thinking are: the application of logic and accepted intellectual standards to reasoning; the ability to access and evaluate evidence; the application of knowledge in clinical reasoning; and a disposition for inquiry that includes openness, self-assessment, curiosity, skepticism, and dialogue.
Just to give an example of critical thinking , I will give an example of employee confusion in the workplace and how I resolved it using several of the twelve steps listed in this unit regarding creative problem solving. I work in an office setting , therefore, several of us sit close by to one another. One of my co-workers had a bad attitude and would get in trouble for the way she would speak and reply back to the customers. She was not friendly at al to us and would keep to herself during break and lunch to avoid any confusion or confrontation. Often times we would have a potluck at work to celebrate birthdays, marriages, and the birth of a child. She would decline to participate and we never knew why. So one day I decided to reach out to her , I was able
Critical thinking is a process in which a person actively participates, and with skill comes to conclusions that are based on what a person has seen, experienced, and what one may believe.
In this article you will read about 7 steps that will help you improve your critical thinking process. In improving this process it will help you to better make the right
The main concepts presented in the article are the varying definitions of each author on the concept of critical thinking. The information the author uses are definitions which are the opinions of varied authors and are similar in foundation in that to apply critical thinking one must be able to identify a problem, pose a question(s), provide valid supporting evidence, and come to a conclusion. Although the author’s definitions do not identify a problem, questions, evidence, or conclusions, the relationship Petress (2004) shows is that the reader must apply this process themselves as it is not always given. The information used does appear to be relevant, significant, and valid. The references the author listed does provide enough information for me to come to this conclusion. Since this work is a literature review and not a case study, numerical data are not necessary to determine validity of the information.
Critical thinking is very useful when on the topic of money. I seem to always over think things when money is involved. A big idea that I have been throwing around is moving back to the Quad Cities for many of reasons that being moving closer to family and friends, my schooling, and the cost of living changing. There are many things I need to consider when trying to make this decision. I believe using critical thinking will definitely help me make the best decision for myself. The problem that I face is I over analyze when looking at the big picture. This makes the decision making part of critical thinking tough. I am not very good on the decision making part of critical thinking. If it has to do with an issue in the world or country, I have
The similarities I found in the definitions of critical thinking from the websites were that critical thinking explores alternative ways of thinking about something with the purpose of uncovering untold meaning. It delves into the deep layers of meaning and tries to formulate a better and holistic understanding. People should not settle with obvious and the taken for granted. They should question assumptions and ideas rather than only accepting them. They should make correct decisions independently.
Critical thinking means accurate thinking in the search of appropriate and dependable knowledge about the world. Another way to describe it is sensible, insightful, responsible, and skillful thinking that is focused on deciding what to believe or do. Critical thinking is not being able to process information well enough to know to stop for red lights or whether you established the right change at the supermarket.