To think critically is to pull a concept apart, examine its internal components, and formulate some sort of conclusion based on what you observed compared to what you have observed before. Often times, it usually involves thinking really hard about something you can’t hope to fully understand. As an aspiring writer, whether or not my bills are paid will be largely dependant on my critical thinking skills. Luckily, New Tech has been an awesome place to hone my abilities in this area. American Studies in particular forced me to think critically. Tasks such as explaining metaphors, discerning satire, and figuring out how to work Lotus Notes all require Critical Thought.
My first example of Critical Thought can be found within the letter I have included below. It was written in American Studies last year during the Great American Author contest, and expresses both my actual opinion on the assignment as well as a satirical opinion that I thought would be fun to include. Because of this letter, I actually won the Great American Author Award, despite that fact that I detested the existence of such a contest. This feat required plenty of Critical Thought.
I had a tough time choosing my second example of Critical thinking. In the end, this critique of Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom, which was completed in my Scientific Studies class two months ago, won me over. It clearly demonstrates my ability to be a discriminating moviegoer.