Critical thinking in the classroom is a common term used by educators. Critical thinking has been... more Critical thinking in the classroom is a common term used by educators. Critical thinking has been called "the art of thinking about thinking" (Ruggiero, V.R., 2012) with the intent to improve one's thinking. The challenge, of course, is to create learning environments that promote critical thinking both in the classroom and beyond. Teaching and practicing critical thinking provides adults with the opportunity to embrace and take charge of their learning. Adults engaged in critical thinking approach the classroom experience differently. Typically, students who implement critical thinking skills approach the courseware in a more thoughtful and effective manner, ask more challenging questions and participate in the learning process more intensely. This critical thinking process endures beyond the classroom and into the workplace. This session examines the background of critical thinking, its role in the classroom and beyond that to the workplace.
For their unconditional love, support, and encouragement, this dissertation is dedicated to my fa... more For their unconditional love, support, and encouragement, this dissertation is dedicated to my family. This study is also dedicated to those who love learning, who take the journey of a doctoral program, and who complete that journey. Finally, this study is dedicated to those who serve in the crisis management community. iii Acknowledgements I extend my deepest thanks to my family who have encouraged, motivated, and tolerated me in this effort. To my husband, Bob, who above all others, has supported my dream to fulfill my education. You have provided many, many hours of listening, discussion, and support. I love you and appreciate your wonderful sense of humor, your leadership, and your companionship on this journey. To my daughter, Courtney, I say thank you for listening to your mother talk about her doctorate program…endlessly at times. I hope I have inspired you, too, to take this journey-one day. I would like to express my deepest appreciation and respect to my dissertation chair, Dr. Betty Standifer. Thank you for your encouragement and your understanding throughout this process which provided me with needed energy and motivation. To my dissertation methodologist, Dr. Gary Peevely, I say thank you. You have opened my eyes to the world of scholarly writing. I am forever changed by my newfound "habit of writing" and will always treasure your guidance in this endeavor. To my content specialist, Dr. Reggie High, I say thank you as well. You have been a cheerleader and someone whom I can call upon when needed. To Dr. Cynthia Norris, the LMU EdD Department Head, and a lady who is an inspiration to so many, I thank you. Your dedication to this program is overwhelming and your example of leadership is enduring. I thank my dear friends and colleagues-Ron Edmond and Allen Coggins-who energized and endured me on this journey. Your support was constant and unconditional. Finally, I wish to express my sincere gratitude and appreciation to all who participated in this study-those in the crisis/emergency management community.
Critical thinking in the classroom is a common term used by educators. Critical thinking has been... more Critical thinking in the classroom is a common term used by educators. Critical thinking has been called "the art of thinking about thinking" (Ruggiero, V.R., 2012) with the intent to improve one's thinking. The challenge, of course, is to create learning environments that promote critical thinking both in the classroom and beyond. Teaching and practicing critical thinking provides adults with the opportunity to embrace and take charge of their learning. Adults engaged in critical thinking approach the classroom experience differently. Typically, students who implement critical thinking skills approach the courseware in a more thoughtful and effective manner, ask more challenging questions and participate in the learning process more intensely. This critical thinking process endures beyond the classroom and into the workplace. This session examines the background of critical thinking, its role in the classroom and beyond that to the workplace.
For their unconditional love, support, and encouragement, this dissertation is dedicated to my fa... more For their unconditional love, support, and encouragement, this dissertation is dedicated to my family. This study is also dedicated to those who love learning, who take the journey of a doctoral program, and who complete that journey. Finally, this study is dedicated to those who serve in the crisis management community. iii Acknowledgements I extend my deepest thanks to my family who have encouraged, motivated, and tolerated me in this effort. To my husband, Bob, who above all others, has supported my dream to fulfill my education. You have provided many, many hours of listening, discussion, and support. I love you and appreciate your wonderful sense of humor, your leadership, and your companionship on this journey. To my daughter, Courtney, I say thank you for listening to your mother talk about her doctorate program…endlessly at times. I hope I have inspired you, too, to take this journey-one day. I would like to express my deepest appreciation and respect to my dissertation chair, Dr. Betty Standifer. Thank you for your encouragement and your understanding throughout this process which provided me with needed energy and motivation. To my dissertation methodologist, Dr. Gary Peevely, I say thank you. You have opened my eyes to the world of scholarly writing. I am forever changed by my newfound "habit of writing" and will always treasure your guidance in this endeavor. To my content specialist, Dr. Reggie High, I say thank you as well. You have been a cheerleader and someone whom I can call upon when needed. To Dr. Cynthia Norris, the LMU EdD Department Head, and a lady who is an inspiration to so many, I thank you. Your dedication to this program is overwhelming and your example of leadership is enduring. I thank my dear friends and colleagues-Ron Edmond and Allen Coggins-who energized and endured me on this journey. Your support was constant and unconditional. Finally, I wish to express my sincere gratitude and appreciation to all who participated in this study-those in the crisis/emergency management community.
Critical thinking in the classroom is a common term used by educators. Critical thinking has been... more Critical thinking in the classroom is a common term used by educators. Critical thinking has been called "the art of thinking about thinking" (Ruggiero, V.R., 2012) with the intent to improve one's thinking. The challenge, of course, is to create learning environments that promote critical thinking both in the classroom and beyond. Teaching and practicing critical thinking provides adults with the opportunity to embrace and take charge of their learning. Adults engaged in critical thinking approach the classroom experience differently. Typically, students who implement critical thinking skills approach the courseware in a more thoughtful and effective manner, ask more challenging questions and participate in the learning process more intensely. This critical thinking process endures beyond the classroom and into the workplace. This session examines the background of critical thinking, its role in the classroom and beyond that to the workplace.
For their unconditional love, support, and encouragement, this dissertation is dedicated to my fa... more For their unconditional love, support, and encouragement, this dissertation is dedicated to my family. This study is also dedicated to those who love learning, who take the journey of a doctoral program, and who complete that journey. Finally, this study is dedicated to those who serve in the crisis management community. iii Acknowledgements I extend my deepest thanks to my family who have encouraged, motivated, and tolerated me in this effort. To my husband, Bob, who above all others, has supported my dream to fulfill my education. You have provided many, many hours of listening, discussion, and support. I love you and appreciate your wonderful sense of humor, your leadership, and your companionship on this journey. To my daughter, Courtney, I say thank you for listening to your mother talk about her doctorate program…endlessly at times. I hope I have inspired you, too, to take this journey-one day. I would like to express my deepest appreciation and respect to my dissertation chair, Dr. Betty Standifer. Thank you for your encouragement and your understanding throughout this process which provided me with needed energy and motivation. To my dissertation methodologist, Dr. Gary Peevely, I say thank you. You have opened my eyes to the world of scholarly writing. I am forever changed by my newfound "habit of writing" and will always treasure your guidance in this endeavor. To my content specialist, Dr. Reggie High, I say thank you as well. You have been a cheerleader and someone whom I can call upon when needed. To Dr. Cynthia Norris, the LMU EdD Department Head, and a lady who is an inspiration to so many, I thank you. Your dedication to this program is overwhelming and your example of leadership is enduring. I thank my dear friends and colleagues-Ron Edmond and Allen Coggins-who energized and endured me on this journey. Your support was constant and unconditional. Finally, I wish to express my sincere gratitude and appreciation to all who participated in this study-those in the crisis/emergency management community.
Critical thinking in the classroom is a common term used by educators. Critical thinking has been... more Critical thinking in the classroom is a common term used by educators. Critical thinking has been called "the art of thinking about thinking" (Ruggiero, V.R., 2012) with the intent to improve one's thinking. The challenge, of course, is to create learning environments that promote critical thinking both in the classroom and beyond. Teaching and practicing critical thinking provides adults with the opportunity to embrace and take charge of their learning. Adults engaged in critical thinking approach the classroom experience differently. Typically, students who implement critical thinking skills approach the courseware in a more thoughtful and effective manner, ask more challenging questions and participate in the learning process more intensely. This critical thinking process endures beyond the classroom and into the workplace. This session examines the background of critical thinking, its role in the classroom and beyond that to the workplace.
For their unconditional love, support, and encouragement, this dissertation is dedicated to my fa... more For their unconditional love, support, and encouragement, this dissertation is dedicated to my family. This study is also dedicated to those who love learning, who take the journey of a doctoral program, and who complete that journey. Finally, this study is dedicated to those who serve in the crisis management community. iii Acknowledgements I extend my deepest thanks to my family who have encouraged, motivated, and tolerated me in this effort. To my husband, Bob, who above all others, has supported my dream to fulfill my education. You have provided many, many hours of listening, discussion, and support. I love you and appreciate your wonderful sense of humor, your leadership, and your companionship on this journey. To my daughter, Courtney, I say thank you for listening to your mother talk about her doctorate program…endlessly at times. I hope I have inspired you, too, to take this journey-one day. I would like to express my deepest appreciation and respect to my dissertation chair, Dr. Betty Standifer. Thank you for your encouragement and your understanding throughout this process which provided me with needed energy and motivation. To my dissertation methodologist, Dr. Gary Peevely, I say thank you. You have opened my eyes to the world of scholarly writing. I am forever changed by my newfound "habit of writing" and will always treasure your guidance in this endeavor. To my content specialist, Dr. Reggie High, I say thank you as well. You have been a cheerleader and someone whom I can call upon when needed. To Dr. Cynthia Norris, the LMU EdD Department Head, and a lady who is an inspiration to so many, I thank you. Your dedication to this program is overwhelming and your example of leadership is enduring. I thank my dear friends and colleagues-Ron Edmond and Allen Coggins-who energized and endured me on this journey. Your support was constant and unconditional. Finally, I wish to express my sincere gratitude and appreciation to all who participated in this study-those in the crisis/emergency management community.
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