Title: Critical Thinking Assignment 1. What is critical thinking and why is it important? Critical thinking is the process of actively and skillfully analyzing, evaluating, and synthesizing information to form a well-reasoned and evidence-based judgment or decision

Directions: Please answer 5 questions thoroughly from the list below.  Answers are to be typed and returned to me by July 1st.  Please cut and paste the 5 questions into a new document.  Questions should remain in bold, while answers should be in regular type.  The use of books, articles, notes and PowerPoints is encouraged.  Please cite when appropriate.