Elements of Reasoning used in the Critical Thinking Process Flashcards
1
Q
What is the objective of my thinking?
A
Purpose
2
Q
Is this the right question?
A
Question at Issue
3
Q
What’s my viewpoint? Would it look differently from another perspective?
A
Points of View
4
Q
Is it accurate, fair, clear? Are there alternate sources? Do we need more?
A
Information, Data, and Evidence
5
Q
What concepts (theories, axioms, principles) am I relying on? Do others accept them as well?
A
Concepts and Ideas
6
Q
What beliefs and values influence my thinking? Are they balanced and fair?
A
Assumptions
7
Q
What might the outcome be? On what? For whom?
A
Implications and Consequences
8
Q
What am I inferring here that is unstated? Is it valid?
A
Inferences
