Problem-solving includes rationality and logic. Consideration of feasibility is important, because according to the battery example, moving may not be feasible, and maybe not buying a car because of the cost, but buying a battery or putting the car in the garage is feasible.

Creatie problem solving allows the students/critical thinkers to think about the solution to problems in various perceptions. It allows them to thik outside the box and possibly come up with a more feasible solution.

Through discipline and logic, critical thinking skills are refined such that judgment may be made on a specific topic to determine the best outcome.

U have learned that the teacher can gauge the level of critical thinking of the students by the responses they give. Using the scientific method can help probe the thinking to a level they need to be. I also learned that philosophical reasoning may be used to expain examples, such as using if, then statements, allowing students to determine what makes sense. Finally, real life examples are important. The more examples provided, the better understanding the students have. Examples broaden the analytical unformation they have, which helps them process the information better. I also learned that over teaching a topic… >>>