The most common conceptualisations of critical thinking (CT) describe it as consisting of a set of specific skills and dispositions (e.g. Dwyer, 2017; Ennis, 1996; Halpern, 2014; Ku & Ho, 2010; ...

This essay uses a recent Delaware Chancery Court decision to examine the persistent use of boilerplate objections in discovery. It argues that the practice reflects a failure of reflective judgment ...

On the other end of the spectrum, some people overthink things to the point of inaction. Acting without thinking and thinking without action are both deadly to a business of any size. The challenge is ...

Critical thinking is a cornerstone of effective leadership, problem-solving, and innovation, but what exactly is happening in your brain during the process? At the most basic level, critical thinking ...

Senior leaders face increasingly complex challenges requiring deep, reflective thinking, yet support for their continued learning is declining. This is risky, as these leaders make critical decisions ...

In today’s competitive job market, critical thinking skills are essential for career advancement and achieving high-paying positions. For job seekers aiming for salaries of $100,000 or more per year, ...

In a series of experiments described in Science Magazine in 2011, a trio of researchers found evidence to support a sneaking suspicion bubbling up in the minds of many Google aficionados: Frequent ...

Thinking critically means considering other perspectives and analyzing facts from different sources. Good critical thinking skills can help you avoid generalizations and decisions you later regret. To ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Scott Hutcheson teaches leadership at Purdue University. In a world driven by speed and constant action, the wisdom of Sherlock ...

The simplest description of reflective judgment is that of ‘taking a step back.’ In one of my previous posts, I relayed a great conversation with a colleague about some people who get so good at ...