That’s a lot to ponder. So, to sharpen your critical thinking skills, here are seven test questions. My answers and explanations follow. 1. A mother reads a scientific study that 17-year-old boys in ...

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In my last post, I discussed the nature of engaging the critical thinking (CT) process and made mention of individuals who draw a conclusion and wind up being correct. But, just because they’re right ...

I t has been almost 70 years since the term “artificial intelligence” was coined at a 1956 Dartmouth College summer workshop. The conference was convened by the mathematician John McCarthy, who ...

Conversations between parents and children revolve around homework, food, and routines. But every now and then, there’s magic in asking questions that don’t have one “right” answer—questions that ...

Asking “why” helps children look for reasons and causes. After an event or a story, ask your child, “Why do you think that happened?” This makes them think about actions and consequences, and helps ...

Critical thinking transcends academic boundaries. In an era of global challenges and information overload, the ability to sift through data, question assumptions, generate innovative solutions and ...

In my last post, I discussed the nature of engaging the critical thinking (CT) process and made mention of individuals who draw a conclusion and wind up being correct. But, just because they’re right, ...