Critical thinking is the active process of gathering and analyzing information in order to form an opinion or judgement. It is not limited to a certain subject area or grade level, but rather the general ability to think in a clear and rational way.
Critical thinking is a skill that should be developed in students as early as possible, and will prepare them for life ahead!
Storyboard Text
CHILDHOOD
I have an idea!
TEENAGER
What should I do?
Hey Mike, can I have the answers to 3 and 4?
ADULT
Okay, time to think critically!
Sammy and his friend are building with blocks. They are trying to build a tall tower that doesn't fall down, but don't know how to begin. Sammy uses his critical thinking skills to make a plan.
Mike's friend wants to see his answers on the test. Mike wants to help his friend, but he doesn't want to get into trouble. Mike uses his critical thinking skills to help him decide what to do.
Katie is a nurse who has several patients to help today. As she decides how to proceed, she uses her critical thinking skills to decide the order in which to treat the patients.