Critical Thinking and Language

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The paper explains how language diversity is a necessity in the critical thinking process, in expressing thoughts and in implementing the power of persuasion. The paper discusses how language barriers are not as much of a problem as they may appear to be. The paper concludes that it is necessary and important for people to be able to efficiently communicate with one another.

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"Critical thinking is defined as the process of solving complex real world problems, and generating multiple (or creative) solutions to the problem (Brighton). When gathering information to form the best possible solution, a number of people might be involved through the process. It is important that the gap be bridged together during this time. When a very foreign accent is presented, most would assume the individual has difficulty in understanding, hearing, or writing the English language (Thiederman). Thiederman's advice is to be optimistic, slow down, and avoid using slang. In these situations most foreigners are able to understand English very well, but have a hard time pronouncing the English language. With this being said, the critical thinking process must not be swayed by the language barrier. Critical thinking can definitely be affected by language, but according to Thiederman is not always as much of a problem as people assume. Language diversity is definitely affected in the critical thinking process, even if it could be eliminated. Not only does language diversity play a role in the critical thinking process, it affects the way in which diverse people express their thoughts."

Sample of Sources Used:

• Brighton, John. (1996, October 11). General Education Core Competencies, Activities, And Strategies For Enhanced Learning. Retrieved June 18, 2006 from http://www.senate.psu.edu/curriculum_resources/guide/glossary.html
• Mullins, John. (2006, June 15). What do we need to be aware of when we try to persuade? Retrieved June 18, 2006 from Main Classroom.
• Thiederman, Sondra. (2006). Language Diversity. Skills for Bridging the Gap. Retrieved on June 18, 2006 from http://diversity.monster.com/articles/skills/

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