Capella University Paul and Elder Model Discussion

Capella University Paul and Elder Model Discussion

Discussion 1

Critical thinking involves the ability to be in control of one’s thinking. It includes the ability to consciously examine the elements of one’s reasoning, or that of another, and evaluate that reasoning against universal intellectual standards of clarity, accuracy, precision, relevance, depth, breadth, and logic. It also involves the structured examination of sources of information.

For your initial post:

Review Paul and Elder’s Critical Thinking Model media piece from this week’s What You Need to Know. You may recall that you were introduced to the Paul and Elder model in your first course at Capella. Since that time, you have used critical thinking to develop your coursework as you considered problems in the field of psychology, reviewed research, applied theories, and worked toward recommended solutions.
Reflect on the eight elements of thought in the model and on the intellectual standards. Describe some specific ways you have implemented some of the elements and standards into your academic work. To give your peers and instructor a good understanding of your application, as you compose your post, name specific elements and standards. Discuss ways the elements and standards have applied to your everyday thinking and behavior as you interact with people in your personal and professional life.
Discussion 2

Crowdsourcing for Your Assignment

Find one scholarly article on the history of the area of applied psychology that interests you. Then, in your post, do the following:

Attach the article as a PDF or include the link.
You can use these resources on your assignment next week.
Summarize your article in one paragraph.
Describe the aspects of the article that are most useful to you.
What questions do you still have about the development of this area of applied psychology?