Critical Thinking

Mind Mapping is always one of a learning methods when it comes to brainstorming ideas. It provides a whole standpoint and the ability to extend additional ideas endlessly.

Thanks to #EmTech MOOC from SUNY, I have found such amazing to which is very convenient to mind-map ideas along with the bright and friendly interface. Below is the screenshot of my work when I tried to systemize my ideas regarding the 4C of the 21st century learning skills. 

Furthermore, the course also emphasizes how important it is to be a standardized digital citizen. The CRAAP test is introduced as a standard to detect whether the news or information sources are worthy to perceive. The CRAAP test is broken down as below:

• Currency: is the information updated in the presence?
• Relevance: is it crucial or meaningful to you?
• Authority: is the source of news or information trustworthy?
• Accuracy: is the info reliable and correct?
• Purpose: why does it even exist? Does it serve as the truth or for someone’s purpose?

The test provides me a quick overview whenever I hear of any news. Make sure that you are not a part of false information spreader is recommended.