Select a criminal justice agency, such as a local police department, local court system, or a law enforcement agency such as the FBI.

Write a 700- to 1,050-word paper in which you explain the thought process and how that process differs from critical and creative thinking.

Include the following:

Describe thinking and critical thinking skills.

Describe ways in which you think you can improve your personal thought processes.

Explain how critical thinking skills are used by that agency and how professional and personal barriers may affect the use of critical thinking skills within the agency.

Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines.