Critical Thinking
Issued by
Central Oregon Community College
Critical thinking is the objective analysis of available facts, evidence, observations, and arguments in order to form a judgement. To think critically, you must be aware of your own biases and assumptions when encountering information, and apply consistent standards when evaluating sources. The earners of this badge have consistently demonstrated that they have the ability to think critically.
Skills
Earning Criteria
-
Transfer knowledge from prior learning and/or experience to objectively solve a problem
-
Apply an iterative process to create, test, and revise ideas and/or behavior to reach desired outcome
-
Synthesize available information in order to frame the context and complexity of the situation
-
Provide rationale/support for decisions and solutions