Problem 1: What are the intellectual standards of critical thinking? How can we use these intellectual standards to assess our own reasoning? For this question, first list and explain the intellectual standards for critical thinking, and then explain how each element of reason can be evaluated according to one or more of the intellectual standards.
Problem 2: Define egocentric thinking. What are the emotional responses to unsuccessful egocentric thinking?
Problem 3: How can the elements of reasoning help us overcome egocentric thinking?
Problem 4: List and explain the elements of reasoning. In what ways are the elements of reasoning sometimes confused with other domains of thinking? Provide at least three detailed examples.
Problem 5: Define socio-centric thinking as a pathology. Give one contemporary, real world example of socio-centric thinking and its results.
Problem 6: How can we use our critical thinking skills to combat socio-centric thinking while remaining active members of society?