Summary
In my point of view, critical thinking is the process of organizing our thoughts between rational and irrational for the better. Critical thinking is not only lead just by emotions but by logical facts as well. Critical thinking as defined by Dr. Richard Paul is the art of analyzing and evaluating thinking with a view to improving it. It helps us to not only look into our own thinking but the thinking of others. In the second video, the speaker, Jesse Richardson states we need to teach kids how to think, not what to think. I whole heartedly agree with that statement. Both speakers emphasize that there is an art and creativity to critical thinking. Individuality is the fact that we do have our own thought process. You can give everyone the same problem but their thought process can lead them to a plethora of different solutions. As we get older our views and the way we think change. On a personal level, I believe it's best to question every thought we have. Is that the best idea? What are the possible outcomes that stems from this particular idea? We are always able to change our approach to our thoughts. We are aware.
