Ask probing questions from "summary" of The Critical Thinking Toolkit by Dr. Marlene Caroselli
To really get to the heart of a matter, it is essential that we ask probing questions. These are the questions that dig deeper, that peel back the layers of assumptions and beliefs to reveal the underlying truths. Probing questions are not just about gathering information - they are about challenging our own thinking and the thinking of others. They are about pushing past surface-level answers to uncover the complexities and nuances of a situation. When we ask probing questions, we are demonstrating our commitment to critical thinking. We are showing that we are willing to engage with complexity, to grapple with ambiguity, to resist the urge to settle for easy answers. Probing questions force us to confront our own biases and assumptions, to confront our own blind spots and limitations. They challenge us to think more deeply, more critically, more rigorously. Asking probing questions re...
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