Critical Thinking and Ethics

Critical Thinking and Ethics

Brian Winkle

GEN/201

5/20/2016

Philip Bacon

Critical thinking is the ability to think clearly and rationally about what to do

or what to believe. It includes the ability to engage in reflective and independent

thinking. There are six steps to keep in mind when trying to achieve critical

thinking. The six step to keep in mind for critical thinking are: remembering,

understanding, applying, analyzing, evaluating and creating. Remembering the

information that you reading is very important. This will allow you to retain the

knowledge so that you can utilize the information later in the process of critical

thinking. Understanding the information that you are reading is key. This will

allow you to apply the information that you have acquired and accurately speak

about the information.  Analyzing the information allows you to decipher any

errors, inaccurate information, or any information that seems to be redundant in

nature. By analyzing the information carefully you will have and accurate and

informational paper. The evaluating step is crucial. This is where you can decide

what information to include into your paper. You can decide if your information

is accurate, precise, and properly notated in the references section. After you have

done all these steps. You can finally start creating your paper. This should be the

easiest step if you have done all the prior step to the best of your ability.

When I use the steps that have been mentioned above for the critical thinking

process, it helps me be a well-rounded individual. It allows me to explore different

avenues that I might not have if not applying the critical thinking techniques. It

allows you to be a better problem solver because it allows you to criticize your

It allows you to be a better problem solver because it allows you to criticize

your work and thinking process and shows your where you might need to make

changes.  Because I am so clear about my reasons for acting, I tend to believe that

the motive justifies the method. I unintentionally cause people upset and pain

because I am so focused on my good motive. I tend to believe that ethics is a set of

universal rules that everyone must follow, just as I do. I feel that if I have to follow