"Critical Thinking in the Workplace."
The video clip "Thinking on the Job" in the Webtext this week illustrates the importance of critical thinking, especially in work contexts. Below is an additional video that defines critical thinking and its importance:
Please respond to the following:
Define the concept of critical thinking in your own words.
Discuss a time in either your work or personal life in which you needed to be able to use critical thinking to either solve a problem or acquire a skill.
Determine the manner in which you would show a potential employer that you possess solid critical thinking skills.
Give your opinion on whether or not you believe that individuals can increase their critical thinking skills. If you believe that they can, explain certain steps that individuals can take to improve this skill.