Course Textbook : Paul, R., & Elder, L. (2012). Critical thinking: Tools for taking charge of your learning and your life (3rd ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson.

Question 1. Describe the two ways that students normally study in a typical college course. Why do these techniques fail to promote deep learning?

Your response should be at least 75 words in length.

Question 2. Describe the typical design of a college course and the outcomes that result for students in these courses. In addition, describe a situation in which you found yourself falling into this style of learning.

Your response should be at least 75 words in length.

Question 3 .Describe one of Paul and Elder's ideas for improving one's studies. Explain how you plan to implement this idea in your own studies.

Your response should be at least 75 words in length.

Question 4. Describe the logic behind a field of study that is not covered in the text book. Answer questions about the elements of thought (assumptions, problems, point of view, etc.) for the subject.

Your response should be at least 200 words in length.

Question 5. Paul and Elder encourage students to redefine grades as levels of thinking and learning. What do they mean by this? In your view, are grades necessary or unnecessary for self-assessment? Provide an example from your own experience to support your position.

Question 6. Match the explanation with the appropriate Key Term.