Critical Thinking

The term "critical thinking" is used often and in a variety of settings. Frequently, at Empire State University, faculty may ask you to use critical thinking when completing your readings, writing your papers, or participating in discussions. Use the resources below to better understand the concept of critical thinking and to learn more about practical strategies that you can apply to your academic studies.

The Critical Thinking Community – This link takes you to the Web site of the Foundation and Center for Critical Thinking, a non profit educational organization devoted to the advancement of critical thinking. This is a comprehensive site serving students, faculty and others interested in the study and improvement of critical thinking in society. The links listed take you to selected articles on this site.

• Learning the Art of Critical Thinking
• A Glossary of Critical Thinking Terms
• Thinking with Concepts
• Critical Thinking: Distinguishing Between Inferences and Assumptions
• The Elements of Reasoning

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