...Critical Reflection is a way to review the assumptions you had before class and how this class has changed your assumptions. Another way to think of this is to look at what you are learning in three ways: Heart- Was there something that transformed the way that you feel? Hand-Is there something that you will do differently? How will you apply what you learn? Head-What did you learn tonight that you did not know before? What confirmed or challenged any beliefs or assumptions you had? There were definitely some things that transformed the way that I feel with the information I was able to gather. I gradually realized that learning about critical reflections is a way for all of us to examine assumptions about certain subjects that we are interested in. It provides a pathway so we can use the most logical reasoning that we gather out of the information while we are questioning our beliefs (Paul &Elders 2008, p.33). As we progress further along the learning process we are going to have to adapt to the curiosities and anxieties that comes with seeking and solving problems. This process will cause you to naturally evaluate the statements and arguments that you may run into as you are examining these beliefs, assumptions and opinions. I think you...
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...Reflection of Critical Thinking Jolene Tucker Hum/114 February 16th 2015 Dr. Belinda Moses Reflection of Critical Thinking Has the United States peaked as a world power? No, the United States has not peaked as a world power. Reflection of the process of critical thinking: How does the process of critical thinking you used relate to or differ from the process you used to find content for your answer? I found that I am evaluating my way of thinking more. By researching a little, the discovery I made was that in 1890 our Congress enacts an antitrust act. It is a law that was designed to give competition and free enterprise. I broke up the monopolies to give everyone a fair shake. The Act of July 2, 1890 also known as the Sherman Anti-Trust Act states that “Every contract, combination in the form of trust or otherwise, or conspiracy, in restraint of trade or commerce among the several States, or with foreign nations, is declared to be illegal” (“Sherman Antitrust Act,” 2014). The Act also provides: "Every person who shall monopolize, or attempt to monopolize, or combine or conspire with any other person or persons, to monopolize any part of the trade or commerce among the several States, or with foreign nations, shall be deemed guilty of a felony” (“Sherman Antitrust Act,” 2014). This act keeps consumers of big businesses from using dishonest means to raise prices falsely, such as deliberately producing too few goods to meet consumer demand and thereby...
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...Critical Thinking Reflection HUM/114 October 12, 2015 Brandi Rowley Critical Thinking Reflection The three lessons that I have learned from this course are, the Eight Steps Process to Becoming a Better Critical Thinker, Barriers to Critical Thinking, and the Five-Step Model of Problem Solving. The Eight-Step Process to Becoming a Better Critical Thinker The Eight Step process to becoming a better critical thinker is important, before this class, I really did not think that there was a process to something that I already knew/did. When working on the process of becoming a better critical thinker, it should be a good idea, to carry around a notepad. This way you can research. The first step is to recognize the need to improve your critical thinking. The second step is recognizing what barriers prevent me from developing the critical thinking skills. The third step, is trying to find out how I can modify or replace them. The fourth step is determining the reliability of the source. Fifth step is to determine the credibility of the source. Sixth step understands the steps for problem solving. The seventh reason is applying problem solving skills to your everyday life. The eight step, should lead you towards becoming a better critical thinker. Barriers to critical thinking The second lesson that I learned in this course, is the barriers there are against Critical Thinkers. Learning about what can prevent me from becoming a critical thinking...
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...Critical Thinking Reflection Richie Galinato HUM 115 June 5, 2015 Marcus Anderson Critical Thinking Reflection Critical thinking is a process of multiple steps consisting of evaluating information, coming up with opinions or conclusions derived from a series of facts, and applying what was learned to solve a problem or to make a decision (Ridel, 2015). I have never thought about critical thinking but I have used it every day of my life multiple times a day and so does everyone else around me. Critical thinking is a powerful tool that I must continue to learn how sharpen and utilize. I had the misconception that critical thinking is only contemplating about a subject and figuring out an outcome, but it is much more than that. I learned that there is an actual eight step model to critical thinking. Understanding each step has allowed me refine my own critical thinking process and to find out where I was weak in certain areas. After learning about the process I have already put it to you use by critically thinking about how to pass current and future classes while also achieving a good grade in the class. Applying each step has helped me outline and implement a plan to success and has made my academic life a lot easier. Another very important subject I learned is to question everything I read or hear and to find out if the source is credible or not. With information at our fingertips through internet articles, videos and even social media, believing everything that we...
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...Critical Thinking Reflection Nicole Morris HUM/115 05/11/2015 Denise Whitter Critical Thinking Reflection While reading Critical Thinking in Everyday life (R. Ridel, 2015), I have learned a great deal about myself. While I was proud to learn I was an intermediate level thinker, I had a lot of growing to do. I came to the realization of how I’ve allowed barriers to control my way of thinking. I also learned why I’m not as advanced & how I can take my critical thinking and decision-making skills to the next level. Internal Barriers Introducing the puppeteer theory was the most “eye opening” lesson I’ve yet to experience, I had no clue how I’ve allowed barriers such broad influences on my overall decision-making abilities. I’ve learned the lesson of why it is vital not to allow your emotions control over outcomes in situations within and out of your control. Being emotionally charged can gravely hinder my critical thinking. I’ve learned that emotion over reason equals bad outcomes however; reason over emotions equals good outcomes (R. Ridel, 2015) and I keep this in mind daily while making choices. Message and Messenger When determining a credible and reliable source, I found it very meaningful to ask the question, no matter the topic, “who benefits?” and I now use this daily with sources. Asking myself this questions challenges me to research further, to where I can discover biases and unfactual opinion. If I’m confident in my sources...
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...Critical Thinking Reflection R. D. H. HUM/114 D. C. 2015 Receiving a college degree can improve my career opportunities by opening a new line of work to better my future, not only for financial reasons but also this will improve my knowledge skills as well. During the time period I chose to go for my Bachelor’s Degree in Web Design was while I was looking for work. I was on a job site and did not notice that I did not uncheck the little square box about furthering my education. I honestly did not give it much thought until I received a call from University of Phoenix advisor, I explained my situation to him. He informed me that they did not have a program for welding, however I enclosed that I had an eye out for Web Design. So we went through the setup for it and here I am today just finishing up my 8th course, I am so glad I took the back to school option. I am now feeling a lot better of myself, and I even hold my head up higher then I have ever had. I am receiving a lot of support from friends, family, and coworkers, this helps me focus on the ultimate accomplishment of receiving my degree. I can say that by having belief in yourself you can accomplish anything if you work hard enough for it. My process of critical thinking I used are as followed, first I sat down and realized the problem I was facing. The problem is I was down and out, and my life was falling apart with no job and no site of a career in my future. Second I stopped and looked for alternatives...
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...Critical Thinking Reflection Rubric Will receiving a college degree improve your career opportunities? Before I took this class, my critical thinking was the worse I ever thought. I did not even think we had to think critically to become successful and not make many mistakes. What I am trying to say in regards to this question, is that in 2011, I spent almost the whole year on unemployment. I went to so many interviews, and all of them were for very good jobs, but it was like the story of my life they never call me back and I am sure they end up hiring someone with better qualifications. I had a lot of experience in the job, but there was one thing that was holding me back. On my previews job, I was a distribution supervisor and that is what I was aiming for, because I needed to make the same amount of money or make more. Not having a degree was a big issue, everywhere I went to have an interview, they told me the truth and said, sorry sir, you do not have a college degree, you do have a lot of experience but we need at least an associate’s degree and would definitely put you in a better position. So if you ask me if having a degree will increase my possibilities to get a job, I stand corrected. I have lost a lot of opportunities by not having a degree and by me going to school and trying to get into business will definitely give me a better chance to get a better job, and a future career. To answer to other 3 questions below. As I mention in the past, I had no idea what...
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...` Critical Thinking Reflection Paper David Garrett Hum/115 Michelle Cooper 2/3/16 Part 1 There are many ways to reduce poverty in America, but I believe the very first step we must take is to change our thinking and how we interpret the phrase “people living in poverty” and those who are “homeless”. We need to realize that poverty and homelessness occurs for more than those who are out of job and those who are addicts. We must use deep thinking to see that poverty can occur from a unplanned illness or surgery and when the medical bills start piling up, then those individuals begin to lose everything. We can reduce poverty and homelessness in America by looking at the root causes of each. We can reduce it by being “far sighted” and looking at long term solutions for poverty stricken people such as job creation and training programs. Job retention programs can also be created with incentives to work. When we consider all of our possibilities we are then engaging in critical thinking to reduce poverty and homelessness. Part 2 I think there are basic principles for critical thinking that can always be applied the some way. In critical thinking, you are always striving for the best, not perfect solution. As I mentioned above, in reducing the number of those who live in poverty starts with us looking at the true reasons why someone is living in poverty and not just our perception or what society tells us. Society tells us that those who are homeless and living...
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...Critical Thinking Reflection Leah Kuester HUM/115 Sept 14, 2015 Cathie Alder Critical Thinking Reflection Our daily lives are filled with decisions, opinions, lessons and experiences. Happiness is something I believe we all wish to feel on a daily basis but do we always make the right choices that will lead us to this? Are we making decisions based on emotion or are we taking the time to weigh out our options, think critically and make the right choice based on fact? We can all benefit from thinking critically in our everyday lives as it is a tool to find clarity, independence and a way to truly have control of your own path in life. Barriers to Critical Thinking There is no question that when you want to change the way you think, it is going to take some practice. We are used to being a certain way and whether we want to change or not, our thoughts and actions are simply controlled by emotion at times. In order to think critically you have to learn to overcome such barriers and change the way you approach a situation. Dr. Ridel says, “Our ability to think critically isn’t certain- it’s under constant siege by forces that would rather us not.” (Ridel, 2015) In other words, it isn’t easy to think critically in a world full of barriers to doing so. He mentions that the two types of barriers are internal and external barriers. (Ridel, 2015) External referring to family, friends, teachers and the media. All figures in our lives that have a mass influence on our thoughts...
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...Critical Thinking Reflection – Week Five A college degree will improve my career opportunities in my Law Enforcement Career because I will be able to qualify for a supervisory leadership position. There are many reasons why people pursue a college degree these such as career advancement, financial stability, personal growth, taking charge of your life and your future. Many employers benefit in employees with a college degree because certain positions or ranks will have this as a requirement. Employees are looking for motivated individuals who learn, able to meet deadlines and have problem solving and communication skills. According to the Institute for Higher Education Policy a 1998 report published stated that “individuals benefits that college graduates enjoy including higher levels of saving, increased personal/ professional mobility, improved quality of life for their off spring, better consumer decision making and more hobbies and leisure activities.” (Porter, 2002, para. 5) I believe having a college degree will also set good examples for our children and generation to come. Everyone has a different situation they deal with in in today’s society not many student reach college level due to certain life issues such as death in the family, financial crisis, children , poverty. My cousin is a great example, my aunt a single mother to two children had a low income job in the fast food industry was laid off therefore my cousin after graduating high school had...
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...Looking back at this fantastic journey, I cannot help but think that this class and its assignments have been important tools for improving not only my writing skills but also –and especially—my thinking skills. This class taught me a method for thinking and writing. While looking at the critical research reflection I cannot help but think of the word “reflect? “Since the beginning of this class, I had to reflect on course texts, reflect on the sources, reflect on personal experience, and reflect on peer reviews and discussion posts. Dr. ND asked me to reflect on my writing and to think carefully, especially before making a decision or reaching a conclusion. Why the word "reflect" is so important? What does it mean, "to reflect”? The philosopher Locke said that the act of reflection is characterized by mental acts of doubt, believe, think, have emotions, and feelings (Locke). I believe that my final research paper is an essay that has all the characteristics described by Locke. The final project includes feelings, personal experience, thoughts, doubts, questions, answers, and reasoning....
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...not be at all possible. There are not a lot of decent jobs someone can get without a college degree. If someone wants a decent job then yes receiving a college degree absolutely without a doubt will improve career opportunities. A college degree can also help someone go into a career they are passionate about like helping abused children. I know college can be expensive and unnerving for some people but it is worth it. Career opportunities don’t just fall out of the sky. You have to work really hard for them. How does the process of critical thinking you used relate to or differ from the process you used to find content for your answer? Well the process I used relates to the process I used to find the answer because they do both have passion in common. Most things I tend to think critically about is something I am very passionate about, such as, helping abused children. How can you use critical thinking in other areas? I can use critical thinking in other areas by problem solving and collecting accurate evidence and enough evidence to prove my point. Research is a very effective way to find evidence as long as it is accurate because not everything on the Internet is accurate. What steps...
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...A Reflection Paper Presented to David Warkentin Instructor in Church in Mission Columbia Bible College By Evan Rau April 2016 Overall I scored 27 out a possible 40 points (67.5) on the Watson-GlaserTM II, Form E. While this doesn't seem like a high evaluation in my ability to think critically but it is within the 72nd percentile, which is higher than average. Breaking this down into the RED system: my ability to Recognize assumptions scores at 9 out of 12 (75%) which falls into the "Average" range, giving me a moderate skill and consistency when identifying assumptions and exploring different points of view; my ability to Evaluate Arguments scores at 100% which is high, this high skill and consistency allows for me to objectively evaluate the information presented for relevance and strength; and my ability to Draw conclusions is a 6 out of 16 (37.5%) which is average, This allows me to gather and interpret the information presented and incorporate it into a reliable conclusion. Through this class I've been able to see how my thinking process works, in the discussion examples presented to us. While I don't believe there are hard and fast rules, and each situation needs to be looked at in a case-by-case basis. For example, in the case study where I would have to choose to close the door in a chemical plant sealing four workers in with certain death to save 150 workers, I would begrudging choose to close the door, as the most lives saved is imperative. But in the case...
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...A critical incident that I was involved in pertained to a situation that happened to me at work. I was just starting off as a new nurse on the floor in which I currently work on, a step down ICU that is high in acuity and demanding. It was my first week alone after I had been trained for 6 weeks in the month of September 2017. Five minutes prior to the end of my morning shift, I received a last minute patient transferred from another floor with no report from the nurse and no data pertaining the patient’s medical and physical situation. Not only was the transfer last minute, but it was very unsafe as the patient was dumped carelessly into his assigned with no proper notification. To my surprise, I assessed the patient from a distance and noted he was on a 100% rebreather mask, breathing at 32 RR per minute with audible gurgling....
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...Over the course of the year Critical Thought Symposium has helped me grow in multiple fronts in final year at Queens University. As a critical thinker I have grown by adding in a new “tool” in repertoire for solving problems and research. My leadership skills have improved in terms of better defining what leadership means. As a student, I have enhanced my interpersonal and introspective skills through my various roles. Critical Thought Symposium has influenced my future positively through reinvigoration of my passion for learning. What I have learned in this class will stay with me for a very long time. I developed as a critical thinker and a problem solver through preparing for each simulation. For the first simulation, the Yellowstone Caldera, I tackled the assignment like I do for...
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