Presenters: Dr. Robert Ennis, Professor, University of Illinois - Dr. Gerald Nosich, Professor of Philosophy, Buffalo State University
Why is it more important than ever for students to critical thinkers? One thing is clear: today's changing business world demands critical thinkers. To be successful, employees must be able to comprehend and clearly articulate problems and then find practicable solutions. Colleges must teach students to think critically in order to prepare them effectively. But why all the pedagogical confusion about this vital topic? The International Encyclopedia of Education's entry for critical thinking is five pages long, with origins credited to at least five separate individuals. Instructors don't need to argue about it; they need classroom techniques that can be used right now.
