What This Document Is
This is a reflective essay written by a student, Sara Glass, for PHI 105: 21st Century Skills: Critical Thinking and Problem Solving at Grand Canyon University. The essay explores the student’s personal understanding of critical thinking and its relevance in education and the professional world. It was submitted on February 14, 2021, to instructor Samia Humphrey.
Why This Document Matters
This assignment is valuable for students enrolled in similar critical thinking courses. It serves as an example of how to approach a personal reflection on a core course concept. Instructors may use it as a sample student response.
Common Limitations or Challenges
This is a single student’s perspective and does not represent a comprehensive overview of critical thinking theory. It is a starting point for reflection, not a definitive guide.
What This Document Provides
The essay includes the student’s definition of critical thinking, a discussion of its importance across demographics and educational levels, observations on the challenges of standardized testing, and a consideration of how critical thinking skills are valued by employers. It also includes a reference list with sources used in the essay’s development. This preview does *not* include the full text of the essay, only a description of its contents.
