What is critical thinking? It is wondering what the research findings really show and how they show it. It is tricky at first, but as you write more essays, it becomes easier. It answers the ‘So what?’ question.
So What? How to engage in critical thinking.
We all know what critical thinking is when we see it – it is the ability not to stop at the seemingly obvious, but to look at the several possible meanings and probable explanations behind it. It involves analysis and synthesis of ideas and explanations. Without critical thinking, psychology becomes a list of studies to learn and boxes to tick, … Read More