Critical Thinking – D1

Read Chapter 2 and 3 :

Paul, R., & Elder, L. (2012). Critical thinking: Tools for taking charge of your learning and your life(3rd ed.). Boston, MA: Pearson. ISBN10: 013218091X ISBN13: 9780132180917

• In Chapter 2, Paul and Elder (2012) examine the stages of critical reasoning. How would you rate your own critical reasoning as you refer to Exhibit 2.1 (Paul & Elder, p. 28)? Explain your thinking here.
• Paul and Elder (2012) examine the three basic functions of the human mind in Chapter 3. How do the functions of feeling and wanting impact your reasoning?

Where have you successfully managed feeling and wanting to move towards higher level critical reasoning? Give concrete examples from your personal or professional life.Your document should be minimum 300 words with APA style writing and references.