Jun, 19th, 2008

a commitment to excellence, intelligent planning, and
focused effort." 

Paul J. Meyer 

KEY QUESTIONS FOR CRITICAL THINKING:

What results do you want to achieve?

Identify your goal so that you can be more focused
and choose appropriate methods.

What are the circumstances?

Understand the situation and influencing factors.

What knowledge is required?

Discipline-specific knowledge is essential to being
able to think critically. 

How much room is there for error? 

When there is less room for error, you must carefully
assess the situation, examine possible solutions, and
make prudent decisions.

How much time do you have?

If you have time, think independently and use your
resources. If your time is limited, solicit the
assistance of a subject matter expert.

What resources can help you?

Become familiar with documentation, manuals,
knowledge repositories, and experts who can help.

Whose perspective must be considered?

Consider the perspectives of key players or be aware
of the risk for conflicting purposes.

What is influencing your thinking?

Recognition of influencing factors such as beliefs,