Dominant, neglected, and complementing dimensions” by Luis Fernando Santos Meneses

The article “Critical thinking perspectives across contexts and curricula: Dominant, neglected, and complementing dimensions” by Luis Fernando Santos Meneses explores the different historical perspectives on critical thinking. It focuses on the evolution of critical thinking over time, and its application in various contexts. The article describes three waves of research in critical thought and then presents an approach based on critical skills and their shortcomings. This article discusses critical thinking in terms of its dispositional, ethical and civic dimensions.

Think (6 points)

Three historical waves in critical thinking research and thinking were identified at the beginning of this article. First, the first wave was centered on improving critical thinking abilities and skills. Second wave: the second phase was concerned with developing critical thinking dispositions or the tendency of thinking critically. Third wave critical thinking research focuses on the integration of thinking critically into different contexts and curriculums.

From the Skills Based CT Perspective paragraph 2 of the article, the “critical thinking skills-based approach” is described as a traditional method of teaching critical thinking skills and abilities. The critics of this approach have criticized it for failing to emphasize the ethical and dispositional dimensions of thinking critically. The limitations of this approach are that it ignores the civic and cultural implications of critical thought.

From the Dispositions and Ethical Dimension of CT paragraph 3 of the article, Paul and Elder describe “fairmindedness” as a critical thinking disposition. It is the capacity to think objectively, impartially, and with an open mind about issues and problems. Paul and Elder talk about the ethical importance of critical thought, which is linked to justice, fairness and good decision making.

From the Civic Dimension of CT, paragraph 4 of the article, critical thinking is involved with “the public good.” This refers to the idea that critical thinking should be used to address issues and problems that affect the community, society, and the world as a whole. The Civic Dimension of Critical Thinking recognizes that it is important to think critically about the public good and policy.

From the Cultural implications of CT, paragraph 5 of the article, the idea that critical thinking should be “culturally embedded” means that it should be incorporated into the cultural and social values of a community, society, or culture. The perspective of this article recognizes critical thinking as a concept that is not neutral but is affected by the cultural and historical context.

CT helps promote ethical thinking and decision making in all communities and cultures. It encourages critical thinking and ethical reasoning to help foster good behavior.

Conclusion (2 Pts.

Critical thinking is essential to help individuals become better informed and more responsible citizens. The ability to critically think and make well informed decisions is also developed, and this can be useful in personal as well as professional settings. Individuals can develop the ability to make objective decisions and think objectively by learning critical thinking.