Critical Thinking is an active and systematic process

Communication The art and technique of using words effectively to impart information or ideas American Heritage Dictionary, 2005 Articulation – The ability to tell others exactly what in an argument is good or bad Institute for Critical Thinking, Montclair State University

Problem Solving The ability to address complex situations or questions that do not have one correct answer but must be figured out as well as possible Nosich, 2005

Evaluation The ability to use criteria and standards to judge the quality and value of ideas, products, or procedures Carey, 2001

Analysis The ability to divide a concept or unit into smaller parts so the parts and the relationship among them is clear Carey, 2001

Synthesis The ability to combine and integrate separate elements according to their relationship … to organize, summarize, and explain information and make predictions Harris, 2001

Reflection Elder & Paul, 2003 The reflective mind seeks meaning, monitors what it thinks, and draws a clear distinction between its thinking and the thinking of its audience Elder & Paul, 2003

Individually and in community

To Foster understanding Support sound decision-making Guide action