Think Critically and Creatively

Question 1

CRITICAL thinkers display the following 5 abilities:

Answer 1

1. Raise vital questions, stating them clearly
2. Collect and analyze relevant information
3. Examine the problem from multiple points of view
4. Apply appropriate criteria and standards
5. Reach well-reasoned conclusions

Question 2

___ thinking calls for a disciplined rational, and analytical approach where problems are clearly defined, evidence is objectively scrutinized, and criteria and standards are strictly applied to discern the best options, solutions or plans

Answer 2

critical

Question 3

___thinking calls for an open flow of ideas where rules, standards and judgments are suspended, and possibilities and solutions are explored.

Answer 3

creative

Question 4

The ______ provide an excellent framework for thinking critically or being disciplined about the reasoning used in any subject, issue or problem

Answer 4

Elements of Thought

Question 5

8 Elements of Thought:

Answer 5

1. Purpose, goal or objective
2. Questions about the issue or problem
3. Info including facts, data, evidence or experiences
4. Interpretations and conclusions from the evidence
5. Concepts or the ideas, theories, laws, principles or hypotheses
6. Assumptions, the beliefs being taken for granted
7. Implications, or what logically flows from certain ideas solutions, etc. and consequences of actions
8. POV, perspective

Question 6

9 Universal Intellectual Standards:

Answer 6

• Clarity
• Accuracy
• Precision
• Relevance
• Depth
• Breadth
• Logic
• Significance
• Fairness

Question 7

To think critically, ask key questions applying both the ___ and ___ to your problem or situation.

Answer 7

Elements of Thought

Universal Intellectual Standards

Question 8

___ is the phenomenon of quick and ready insight.

Answer 8

intuition

Question 9

3 tools to enhance CREATIVE thinking:

Answer 9

1. Making a list (problem, solutions, outcomes)
2. Brainstorming (ideas)
3. Mind mapping (topic branched with subtopics)

Question 10

A ___ is a preconceived opinion about something or someone.

Answer 10

bias

Question 11

we have an ___ if we believe quick decisive action is better than inaction, even if that action has a negative effect on the outcome.

Answer 11

action bias

Question 12

With ___, we tend to only look for evidence that confirms our beliefs, and we ignore or discredit evidence that tests or disputes our beliefs.

Answer 12

confirmation bias

Question 13

___ is when we unfairly judge and categorize people

Answer 13

stereotyping

Question 14

“I’ve got too much invested now to quit” is an example of ___

Answer 14

sunk cost

Question 15

___ is a reliance on something (mainly technology) that inhibits critical and creative thinking.

Answer 15

presentation bias

Question 16

___ is where you cannot see any outcome or solution but your own

Answer 16

tunnel vision

Question 17

2 techniques to help avoid pitfalls in thinking:

Answer 17

1. Diagnostic (check for accuracy)

2. Contrarian (devil’s advocate)

Question 18

3 thinking barriers from “A Whack on the Side of the Head”

Answer 18

1. The Right Answer (look for a 2nd)
2. That’s Not Logical (doesn’t have to be)
3. Follow the Rules (challenge them)