Hum114 Critical Thinking: How Not What You Think Write A 50

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Write a 50 to 100 word short-answer response for each of the following topics: primary values of a critical thinker, focusing on parts of thinking such as purpose, question, information, inferences, assumptions, concepts, implications, and point of view; assessing your skill level as a thinker; differentiating weak versus strong critical thinking; describing a belief about religion learned from someone; understanding that humans think and critical thinkers analyze their thinking; reflecting on how prejudices and biases influence your thinking; and examining how uncritically accepted beliefs limit your perception of reality.

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Critical thinking forms the foundation of rational decision-making and problem-solving, emphasizing key values such as open-mindedness, objectivity, curiosity, humility, and skepticism. A primary focus in critical thinking involves dissecting each component of thought—clarifying purpose, questioning assumptions, evaluating information, and understanding underlying perspectives—all of which foster more accurate and fair judgments (Facione, 2015). Personally, my thinking skills are developing; I recognize areas where I excel and others requiring improvement, such as resisting cognitive biases. Strong critical thinkers actively challenge weak reasoning, avoid logical fallacies, and remain adaptable, whereas weak thinkers rely on assumptions and unexamined beliefs (Paul & Elder, 2014). Regarding religion, I was taught about faith by my family, which shaped my initial worldview, but critical reflection has since questioned and expanded this understanding. Humans naturally think, but critical thinkers deliberately analyze and scrutinize their thought processes to attain clarity and truth. Recognizing that biases like stereotypes and prejudices influence my judgments prompts me to question underlying motives and strive for objectivity. Uncritically accepted beliefs, especially those rooted in tradition or authority, can obscure reality, preventing genuine understanding and encouraging stagnation. Developing critical awareness enables me to see beyond inherited assumptions and embrace multiple perspectives, fostering personal growth and informed judgment.

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