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MODULE: About critical thinking
There are two basic thinking skills - critical and creative thinking. Critical thinking is the ability to think clearly and rationally. Creativity is a matter of coming up with new and useful possibilities. They are both crucial for solving problems and discovering new knowledge. For a more detailed explanation of critical thinking, and resources related to the study and teaching of critical thinking, please visit the links below.
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- Critical thinking and philosophy
- Critical thinking in the Hong Kong media
- News clips about thinking skills from Joe Lau's blog.
- Module on creativity
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In this module:
- Introduction
- [C01] What is critical thinking and why is it important?
- [C02] How to improve critical thinking
Main modules
- C. About critical thinking
- M. Meaning analysis
- A. Argument analysis
- L. Basic logic
- SL. Sentential logic
- Q. Predicate logic
- V. Venn diagrams
- S. Scientific reasoning
- T. Basic statistics
- G. Strategic thinking
- U. Values and morality
- F. Fallacies & biases
- R. Creativity
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Philosophical habits of mind do not come quicker through fiber optics. Clear thinking is not aided by better dot resolution. Understanding ourselves and feeling for others does not come with a software upgrade.
Linda Ray Pratt
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