Critical Thinking Skills for Engineers – Book 4: On Open-mindedness

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In this fourth e-book in the series, we build upon our work thus far, by examining open-mindedness. To think critically, you need to be able to put aside any pre-conceived notions, assumptions, or judgments — and simply analyze the information you have. As Christopher Dwyer, Ph.D., at the National University of Ireland, states: “Open-mindedness is about being open to changing your mind, in light of new evidence.” In this e-book, we will dive into each of the following areas that collectively contribute to open-mindedness: Overcoming cultural bias; Objectivity; Humility; Inclusivity; Observation; and Reflection.