Seven Dispositions for Good Thinking
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1 The disposition to be broad & adventurous The tendency to be open-minded; to explore alternative views; an alertness to narrow thinking; the ability to generate multiple options or solutions
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2 The disposition toward wondering, problem-finding, and investigating The tendency to wonder, probe, find problems, a zest for inquiry, an alertness to puzzles, the ability for formulate questions |
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3 The disposition to build explanations & understandings A desire to explore the parts and function of things, to seek connections and explanations; an ability to build complex conceptualizations |
4 The disposition to make plans and be strategic The drive to set goals, to make and evaluate plans, to envision outcomes, alertness to lack of direction; the ability to formulate goals and plans |
5 The disposition to be intellectually careful The urge for precision, organization, thoroughness; an alertness to error or inaccuracy, the ability to process information precisely |
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6 The disposition to seek & evaluate reasons The tendency to question the given, to demand justification; an alertness to the need for evidence; an ability to weigh and assess reasons
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7 The disposition to be metacognitive The tendency to be aware of and monitor the flow of one’s own thinking; alertness to complex thinking situations; the ability to exercise control of mental processes and to be reflective |