Critical Thinking - 1.2 Inquiring Minds Want to Know

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Why is curiosity important for critical thinking? (6)

  1. MOTIVATION

    • Sparks exploration of questions/topics further

  2. QUESTIONING

    • Prompts thought-provoking questions

    • Examines different perspectives and debunks/challenges assumptions

  3. INFORMATION GATHERING

    • Seeks range of sources/evidence and perspectives on a topic

  4. ANALYSIS

    • Makes us prone to analyze info more objectively

    • Assess credibility and reliability

    • Identify bias and gaps in knowledge

  5. PROBLEM-SOLVING

    • Explore multiple solutions and possibilities\

    • Considering consequences

    • Making informed decisions

  6. ENGAGEMENT

    • Participate more in conversation

    • Seek deeper understanding of subject

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What are 4 types of questions that are characteristic of the inquiring critical thinking?

  1. FACTUAL

    • Single correct answer; easily verified

  2. CONVERGENT

    • More than 1 plausible answer

    • Encourage critical thinking skills

  3. DIVERGENT

    • No specific correct answer

    • Challenge thinking outside the box and generate multiple possible solutions/perspectives

  4. EVALUATIVE

    • Questions involve weighing different options/arguments

    • Provide justified opinions/conclusions

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4 general question formats:

  1. YES/NO

    • Closed-ended questions

  2. WH-questions

    • Who, what, where, when, why, or how

    • Gather more specific information

  3. CHOICE

    • Provide set of options

  4. TAG/TAIL

    • Seek agreement or confirmation

    • Use positive statements followed by question tag

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What are the goals that can be achieved through questioning? (6)

  1. Opening lines of communication

    • Encourage expression of thoughts/opinions

  2. Gathering information

  3. Improving analysis

    • Lead to better understanding of complex issues

  4. Fostering creativity

    • Challenge assumptions

    • Propose innovative solutions/perspectives

  5. Improving understanding of others

    • Gain insight into others values, goals, and priorities

  6. Motivating creative thought

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What is KWL strategy for using questions as roadmaps to discovery?

  • Requires asking yourself “What do I know?” and “What do I want to know?”, and then “What have I learned?” after discussion, research, etc.

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What are SMART goals?

S - specific

M - measurable

A - attainable

R - realistic

T - timely