...Critical and Creative Thinking in Society PHL458 Critical and Creative Thinking in Society Free will is the ability to use critical and creative thinking to approach problems to make an educated choice in what directive or direction to take (Ruggiero, 2012, Chapter 2). The textbook states that some psychologists would argue there is no free will, only compulsion as defines as the irresistible urge to do something. The textbook author, Ruggiero, states that although we are influenced by both nature and nurture, we retain a significant amount of free will to make choices (Ruggiero, 2012, Chapter 2). According to Ruggiero (2012) truth is what is so about something, the reality of the matter, as distinguished from what people wish were so, believe to be so, or assert to be so (Chapter 2). The truth is not relative nor does truth change; only one's perception of what is truth changes. If truth were relative, no one would seek out the answers as any answer could be considered truth. Perception can be relative; truth is the view that is fated to be ultimately agreed to by all who investigate (Ruggiero, 2012, Chapter 2). Knowledge is what we know, not what we think we know (Ruggiero, 2012, Chapter 2). We can find true knowledge from experience, observation and report. All three of these methods of obtaining knowledge are subject to the failure of faulty experience, faulty experience, faulty reporting and faulty memory. One may feel he is knowledgeable on a subject, only to...
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...than half were American citizens and most were from the West Coast and Hawaii. If critical thinking and creative thought had been applied, the situation would have been much more desirable. Instead of an executive order consisting of one man’s thoughts, the situation could have been brought to congress to debate a better outcome. An outcome that helped identify individuals that posed a credible threat rather than detaining an entire ethnic group of people. Similar situations would also benefit from debates among many rather than decisions made among few. Free will is a voluntary decision; free and independent choice. (dictionary.com, 2014) Truth is the actual state of a matter. (dictionary.com, 2014) Knowledge is the fact or state of knowing. (dictionary.com, 2014) Opinion is a personal view, attitude, or appraisal. (dictionary.com, 2014) Free will allows us the freedom and ability to form thoughts and think critically. Truth is the information that we seek to help form our thoughts and to be able to effectively think critically using facts. Knowledge is what we have or have gained from using truth and thinking critically. Opinion is the state of thoughts and ideas that we have and the conclusions that we make using the knowledge that we have gained from thinking critically. Many hindrances get in the way of critical thinking. Three that I can think of are emotion, self-centered thinking, and prejudices. Overcoming these barriers involve taking a step back, clearing...
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...Critical and Creative Thinking in Society Short Essays Week One Describe a situation of public interest in which critical and/or creative thought could have been used for a better outcome. Describe why it is important to think critically and creatively in similar situations. One situation that comes immediately to mind is the phenomenon of climate change we are currently dealing with and how we are woefully unprepared to cope with it. If critical and/or creative thought had been used by all concerned, instead of fear and denial, we would be in a better position to handle and curtail these climate changes. When the data that pointed to human-induced climate change first was made public, it seemed that fear and hysteria was the common theme in most discussions of the problem. It has gotten better in recent years but it may be a case of too little, too late. It is important to think critically and creatively because it helps you to see the whole picture. When you think critically, all sides of the problem such as history, a source, a context are considered making a realistic and effective solution to a problem more likely. Define free will, truth, knowledge, and opinion. Explain how we use them to form thoughts. What role does each play in critically assessing situations? We have free will when we have the freedom of self-determination, action and ability to make choices. If the choice is consistent with a person's desires and nature then it is representative of a person’s...
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...Critical Thinking and a Democratic Society The definition of an informed citizen is having sufficient and sufficiently reliable information or knowledge to be able to understand a subject or situation and make appropriate judgments or decisions regarding it. Meaning, to understand something fully you need to be properly informed. You cannot make an educated guess on most problems or issues. The purpose of this paper is to analyze the concept of Critical thinking and Creative thinking in a Democratic Society .The requirements to become a better critical thinker stems from a realization that complexity, uncertainty, and ambiguity of a person characteristic of their current environment. Most of the material about critical thinking derives from philosophy, education, and psychology. There are, however, competing schools of thought on what critical thinking is and how to best develop it. In most cases a multidisciplinary assessment of a topic leads to a richer body of research, however, in the case of critical thinking it seems to have led to competing and incomplete views of the topic. Critical thinking is the use of those cognitive skills or strategies that increase the probability of a desirable outcome. It is used to describe thinking that is purposeful, reasoned, and goal directed. Critical thinking is a purposeful, directed thought. It is not easy, as it requires explicit mental energy. The great majority of the decisions and issues we face throughout the day do not...
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...Critical and Creative Thinking Critical and creative thinking involves logically reasoning that coincides with creating something new or original (Teacher Tap, e.d.). As a society, each person uses critical and creative thinking when making decision pertaining to their well-being or geared toward others. Making a decision involves the process of using comparison, analogies, past experiences, and brainstorming. Rather a individual is finding a resolution to a issue, making a purchase, or deciding on personal endeavors, critical and creative thinking allows to find a better process to reach the best outcome. Using Critical and Creative Thinking Within my last employment, there was a sexual harassment case involving an employee I supervised and the Employee Relation Officer. My involvement in this case was not only being her supervisor, I was witness and included as one of the complainants. I had to manage three different roles within this investigation and maintain the productivity of the working environment, in addition managing the staff. There were two investigations conducted at the same time a sexual harassment case and a workplace harassment complaint. The second case was filed against the director of the department by the same employee under my management. The dual investigations took over two years, in the process this cause a hardship on the employees in the department, low morale and attendance, and less productivity. I had to make a decision on how to...
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...Famous Creative Thinkers PHL/458 August 12, 2013 James Hal Cone and Cornel Ronald West are two individuals famous for using creative thinking to impact society and history. Hal Cone is a black theologian and Cornel West is a philosopher. This paper will focus on each individual’s unique contributions to society, ideas used to solve a specific issue, how the ideas were applied, personal and political background, creative thinking process, and a critique of their thoughts. From religion, oppression, educational segregation, and the Civil Rights movement, Hal Cone and Cornel West made a remarkable amount of progressive contributions to society. The contributions made by Hal Cone and Cornel West are often over-looked by today’s youth. Black American youth and young adults in particular have become somewhat distant form Black history because the way things appears in today’s society. What is overlooked, and should often be recapped is; without the endurance and dedication within the creative minds of these two creative thinkers, it’s possible that oppression and segregation would still remain a part of our society. Many Civil Rights leaders are responsible for the equality growth in our culture, and Hal Cone and Cornel West has been influential in ensuring Blacks continued to advance in America’s society. Both men contributed an important view to Civil Rights, and is known as leaders who changed the way...
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...Syllabus College of Humanities PHL/458 Version 2 Creative Minds and Critical Thinking Copyright © 2009, 2005 by University of Phoenix. All rights reserved. Course Description In this course, students will analyze the thinking process from a critical and creative perspective. The lives of prominent creative thinkers will be examined to identify the social, historical, psychological, and cultural elements that influenced their development. The salient aspects of creativity will be assessed along with the relationship between creativity and critical thinking. Students will apply critical thinking skills to contemporary creative and scientific thought. Policies Faculty and students/learners will be held responsible for understanding and adhering to all policies contained within the following two documents: • University policies: You must be logged into the student website to view this document. • Instructor policies: This document is posted in the Course Materials forum. University policies are subject to change. Be sure to read the policies at the beginning of each class. Policies may be slightly different depending on the modality in which you attend class. If you have recently changed modalities, read the policies governing your current class modality. Course Materials Ruggiero, V. R. (2009). The art of thinking: A guide to critical and creative thought (9th ed.). New York, NY: Pearson Longman. All electronic materials are available on the student...
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...LAB 1 : FUNDAMENTALS OF DATABASE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM LEARNING OUTCOMES This lab sheets comprises of activities 1A until 1D By the end of this lab session, you must be able to: * Explain and identify common database management system * Describe the three-schema architecture of DBMS * Describe the client-server architecture of DBMS * Identify the categories of DBMS * Describe the benefits of Desktop database and Server database * Select an appropriate DBMS suitable for a given business requirements * Identify the contribution of database technology to society Activity 1A Databases and DBMS are an essential component of life in modern society: most of usedcounter several activities every day that involve some interaction with a database.For example, if we go to the bank to deposit or withdraw funds, if we make a hotel or airline reservation, if we access a computerized library catalog to search for a bibliographicitem, or if we purchase something online such as a book, toy, or computer chances are that our activities will involve someone or some computer program accessing a database. Even purchasing items at a supermarket often automatically updates the database that holds the inventory of grocery items. 1. Why would you choose a DBMS instead of simply storing data in operating system files? 2. Name few of database names that you know. 3. When would it make sense not to use a DBMS? Activity 1B Diagram 1 1. Describe the three level-schema...
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... |Creative Minds and Critical Thinking | Copyright © 2009, 2005 by University of Phoenix. All rights reserved. Course Description In this course, students will analyze the thinking process from a critical and creative perspective. The lives of prominent creative thinkers will be examined to identify the social, historical, psychological, and cultural elements that influenced their development. The salient aspects of creativity will be assessed along with the relationship between creativity and critical thinking. Students will apply critical thinking skills to contemporary creative and scientific thought. Policies Faculty and students/learners will be held responsible for understanding and adhering to all policies contained within the following two documents: • University policies: You must be logged into the student website to view this document. • Instructor policies: This document is posted in the Course Materials forum. University policies are subject to change. Be sure to read the policies at the beginning of each class. Policies may be slightly different depending on the modality in which you attend class. If you have recently changed modalities, read the policies governing your current class modality. Course Materials Ruggiero, V. R. (2009). The art of thinking: A guide to...
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...Abstract: The focus of this paper is to describe situations in which an individual uses critical and creative thinking to receive a better outcome. The paper will focus on the importance of thinking critically and creatively in any given situation as well as identify three hindrances to the critical thinking process. The paper will also identify a message in advertising and determine methods on how to overcome the hindrances. Defining Critical and Creative thinking Critical and creative thinking is described as a process, which an individual’s mind is capable of remembering experiences as well as being able to make rational decisions. The thinking process also employs one’s mind rationally and objectively in evaluating or deciding within a given situation, and this requires skilled work. According to Pros and Cons Controversial Issue (2009), it is impossible for an individual to a have a rational ability to think clearly and logically without learning how, or without practicing (paragraph.2). The ability to master critical thinking involves life experiences, which an individual is put into a situation that allows critical and creative thought to place. Describing a situation with critical and creative thought One situation that involves using critical and creative thought is the increasing population of cities. The population within cities is continues rise because of the different nationality migrating into to the United States. According to U.S. news and...
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...Critical Thinking and Society Exercise John Doe PHL/458 - Creative Minds and Critical Thinking March 31st, 2011 Ace Ventura Critical Thinking and Society Exercise * * Describe a situation in which critical and creative thought could have been used for a better outcome. Describe why it is important to think critically and creatively in similar situations. * Most people use critical thinking and creative thought each day and don’t even realize it. One situation in which I could have used critical or creative though better was when I was developing one of my first new metal wall panel systems. We offer a wide variety of metal wall panel products for architectural construction and while developing a new metal panel system, I focused just a few aspects of the system that I was developing with out thinking of future needs or product expansion. I could have used critical thinking to broaden my perspective. * While what I was working on was good, it could have been much better if I had taken some time to set aside preconceptions and evaluated my creative concepts. If given the same situation I would take the opportunity to write down ideas then evaluate them based on there perceived values. Then after I was completed with my critical review I would also invite peer review to see if there was a perspective that I missed. * * Define free will, truth, knowledge, and opinion. Explain how we use them to form thoughts. * Free will is the ability to...
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...Critical and Creative Thinking in Society Jorge Munoz PHL/458 December 2, 2014 Michael Simao Critical and Creative Thinking in Society November 2014 was a sad and memorable month that uprooted the racial divide in American society with the outcome of the Ferguson grand jury verdict. More disgusting is how many people were quick to make allegations of racial inequality and made it the root cause of Michael Browns murder before knowing that facts. With so many preconceived ideas of police officers and minorities, the facts of what actually happened were being lost in a snowball of misguided lies and burying the evidence of the situation. Although the death of Michael Brown was tragic, many people failed to think critically, and let their anger fog their thinking. The cause and effect: Michael Brown a young black male was shot by Officer Wilson a white police officer, is an invalid judgment. Looking for relationships in a cause and effect could lead to distorted opinions (Ruggiero, 2012). Racial inequality is a sensitive topic for many Americans to discuss but by exercising critical thinking, we as a society could tear down barriers and live harmoniously. Critically Assessing Situations Free will is the ability to choose, think, and act of your accord. Having free will to formulate my thoughts allows me not be influenced by others opinions or beliefs. More important, free will enables me to formulate my ideas and to express my thoughts, and to seek truths. Without free...
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...Critical Thinking and Society Exercise Mayra Aida Arzac Perez PHL 458 May 7, 2013 Renee Orton Critical Thinking and Society Exercise As a manager in the telecommunication industry I constantly have to use a critical and creative thought. The company I currently work for T-Mobile launched the iPhone which is a huge deal in the cell phone industry. Store manager were asked to create a plan that will help in the success of the launch. With the knowledge that I had from previous carriers iPhone launches it provided me with information to be creative and critical. I began by putting together a plan of potential problems that have and could arise from previous launches. Such as system outage and employee coverage that can potentially affect the success of the weekend launch. It is always important to think outside the box and be creative. With the launch of the new phone I created ways were the high increase in traffic would be managed by providing them with beverages and there was a kid corner to minimize the parent’s nerves. I also planned a week in advance a time frame to market the launch of the phone. Sometimes to be creative one needs to go outside your four walls which is especially true in the sales industry. Free will, truth, knowledge and opinion all affect the thoughts and visions that people have. People have the free will to make decisions, choices and create their personal view of things in life. Truth can be hard to define as everyone sees the truth...
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...The Relationship between Critical Thinking and Ethics Critical Thinking and Ethics The late Dr. Wayne Dyer said “When you change the way you look at things the things you look at change”. Our perceptions and judgments reflects how we think about things and the decisions we make which influence our lives. Critical Thinking is the ability to be self disciplined and practical in order to make factual and rational decisions and/or judgments. Ethics are the morals we use to make those choices. Critical Thinking and Ethics go hand in hand as it takes someone with good moral standards to think critically. The Critical Thinking Process The following six aspects of the critical thinking assist in developing critical thinking skills: Remembering- Recalling information relevant to the topic or idea of what is being conveyed. Comprehension- Understanding the topic or issue and relate new knowledge to what you already know. Application- Carrying out a task and apply what one has comprehended. Analysis- Breaking down information to demonstrate how ideas are related or connected. Creative- Combining what was analyzed with other information to come up with something new. Evaluation- Making informed assessment based on comprehension, application, analysis and creative thinking. Everyone has daily...
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...Critical Thinking and Society PHL/458 August 14, 2013 Critical Thinking and Society 1. Describe a situation in which critical and creative could have been used for a better outcome. Describe why it is important to think critically in similar situations. A situation in which critical and creative thinking could have been used for a better outcome occurs when the United States went to war with Iraq. In 2002, President George Bush declared that Saddam Hussein posed weapon of mass destruction. Even though the Intelligence could not confirm his assumptions and other nations not agreeing to invade Iraq the United States still declared war with Iraq. Once the war began the inspectors began to look for the weapon of mass destruction. After several months it was crystal clear the country had no weapons of mass destruction. By thinking critically and creatively the United States could have prevented a war thus, saving of trillions of dollars and thousands of lives. 2. Define free will, truth, knowledge, and opinion. Explain how we use them to form thoughts. Free will is defined as choosing to make a decision and do what he or she please at any time. Free will gives a person the ability to change his or her choices. Truth is defined as “what is so about something, the reality of the matter, as distinguished from what people wish were so, believe to be so, or assert to be so” (Ruggiero, 2009). Knowledge is by personal experience, observation, and report from other. We have faults...
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