Chapter 5: Critical Thinking

Characteristics of Critical Thinkers

They keep an open mind

Recognise other viewpoint

They ask questions

Approach issues systemically

Benefits of Creative Thinking

Personal development

Distinguish between good and mediocre

Necessary for our full intellectual

Provide logical support

Critical Reading

Read

Evaluate

Reflect

Express your judgement

Skim

Critical Listening

Identify key assertions and supporting information

Evaluate the message

Focus on the message

Express your judgement

Set aside preconceptions

Critical Surfing

Find out the credentials about the source of information

Ask yourself if the information is adequate

Determining whether the information is reliable

Apply critical thinking when reading opinions

Critical Viewing