Find three credible sources that discuss critical thinking. One source should be from the assigned and/or optional readings, (Topic 1 study materials), and the other two should be found through your own research from within the library. Read the three sources and consider how they define critical thinking.
In define critical thinking and expand on what skills are needed to work through the critical thinking process and/or how critical thinking is enhanced. Keep the following guidelines in mind:
The sources you found in your research may influence      your definition, but your own ideas should be evident. In other words,      your process should be: a) Read some definitions and descriptions of      critical thinking; b) Comprehend or digest the information; and c) create      a synthesized definition of critical thinking.
Paraphrasing is preferred. Include an in-text      citation whenever paraphrasing or using a direct quote. Keep direct quotes      between 0-3 per essay.
A reference page that documents the three sources you      found (and any other resources you used) is required. Remember, all      sources must be cited both in-text and on your reference page.