Maria Cabrera
English Mo1C
1/30/12
Critical thinking
A- Always S- Sometimes N- Never
1. Does the individual take the time to listen to the questions being asked?
A
2. Does the individual go in depth when answering the questions?
A
3. Does the individual answer the questions in full sentences?
A
4. Was the individual able to express their though with out being hesitant?
A
5. Does the individual think before they speak?
S
6. Do the individual’s feelings make their answers change?
S
7. Does the individual have factors that will make him change his though about the subject?
S
8. Was he patient and listened to the other persons thought?
A
9. Did family members or others influence the individual’s answers around him?
S
10. Does the individual act as if he/ she knows more than they truly know?
N
Totals-
5- always
4- sometimes
1- never
Critical thinking, I thought it was just something that everyone was aware of and knew that they used it every day. At first I believed that if you were living in todays world we used critical thinking, no matter the situation. After doing this assignment and learning about what critical thinking really is I have came to realize that not everyone has strong critical thinking skills. When I was conducting the interview to access the critical thinking skills of Mr. Burchfield I noticed he had strong critical thinking skills. When he was speaking I was able to see that I was also showing critical thinking skills by completely listening to him and respecting what he has to say. Critical thinking skills are important to have not only in a daily situation but they critical thinking is an important obstacle that can also determine jobs, and positions in certain areas. Critical thinking is a valuable skill that I now know can be defined by locations, beliefs, and family values at times. Sometimes we just have to try to think outside the box, and listen to what others have to say and contribute ideas from that point.
