Asked by Preston Shepherd on Sep 27, 2024
What is suggested by the word "critical" in the term "critical thinking"
A) Effective critical thinkers tend to be judgmental of others' views.
B) Thinking is essential to success in our culture.
C) Critical thinkers are vigilant about their thinking.
D) The skills of effective thinking are learned early in life.
Critical Thinking
Aiming to impartially examine and appraise a matter with the intention of making a determination.
Judgmental
Pertains to the tendency of forming opinions or conclusions about people or situations often without full knowledge or consideration of the facts.
Vigilant
Being keenly watchful to detect danger or maintaining careful attention to responsibilities; alertness to potential problems or threats.
- Understand how the scientific method mitigates subjective biases in psychology.
Learning Objectives
- Understand how the scientific method mitigates subjective biases in psychology.