Systems thinking

Holistic approaches to assessment can be defined as dealing with the whole unit or module at any time rather than bit part or task by task, this is a global assessment method of a learning based, in holistic assessment learners or assessors have to develop complex mental responses to learners learning (Akubuilo 2012, Sadler 2009 et al). Learners are able to demonstrate different areas and aspects of their qualification or learning program at the same time, the strengths of using a holistic…

Critical Thinking Critical thinking is that mode of thinking that requires skillfully analyzing, assessing, and reconstructing ideas and conclusions. Critical thinking is self-directed, self-disciplined, self-monitored, and self-corrective thinking. The entire process is very personal. Fortunately there have been many studies conducted on the approaches to critical thinking, and it is safe to assume that there will be many more in the future. In this paper I will attempt to explain several of…

on the U.S. education system indicate that the nation is not a forerunner in this arena worldwide. I have learned that critical thinking is not only vital for thinking rationally but also as a tool for learning. Bell Hooks argues that children are organically predisposed to be critical thinkers and that this process is often interrupted once they enter the educational system (Hooks, Critical Thinking, 7, 8.) If there is an interruption in the system, a review of the system is warranted, to see…

According to a study in the October 28, 2005, issue of the peer-reviewed Education Analysis Archives, standardized testing focuses on academic and technical skills such as critical thinking, problem solving, and reading comprehension, which are necessary for students (Standardized Tests ProCon.org). The researchers who conduct this study suggest that the questions in the tests allow students to become better readers, analytical problem…

What is it about the current American system that is stagnating progress? It seems as if we have been politically stagnated for years. While Asia skyrockets in progress and technology, we seem to be moving backward. Our governmental process seems to be more about scandal then producing great policies that will move us forward in the world. As we view our once mighty industry, all we see is the rust belt and jobs that have moved off shore. Our cities seem to be stagnated by urban decay. Is this…

critique as a process of questioning that disrupts the dominant systems, notions and norms, not just to replace them with a better understanding, but by offering an opportunity to think differently (Butler & Spivak, 2011, p. para 2). The process of critique is to expose texts, signs and signifiers that would wish to merely function as evaluation. Evaluation seeks to avoid problematizing its own position so as to reinforce ideological systems and structures…

“Before, I could read, sure. But it was a sea of words. The more instruction I got, the more I understood which words were important” (Tyre, 1; 2012). Classroom discussions became deeper because the students knew how to communicate what they were thinking. The skills they learn from this form of education will not just help them in high school but will help in college and the work…

Therefore, to be competitive, employees must acquire skills that set them apart from any machine. To succeed in the modern world it is important to acquire skills that machines cannot emulate, such as emotional intelligence, reading, writing, critical thinking skills, unstructured problem solving, and ability to break loose from monoculture. Emotional intelligence is a crucial quality for success because it sharpens the individual’s ability to communicate…

creativity and strategic thinking, fosters innovation and communication and empowers leaders at all levels. In order to achieve…

article; the macro perspective allows the outside structures to shape an individual’s views and/ or opinions. It is apparent that the type of thinking the authors had throughout the article was consensual rather than conflictual. With both, the macro perspective and consensual thinking distinctly within the study, results in the typology theory of systems analysis. Moreover,…