Cultural Diversity Critical Thinking
According to Gaberson, Oremmann, & Shellenbarger (2015), critical thinking defines the mental process of active and skillful perception, analysis, synthesis and evaluation of collected information through observation, experience, and communication that leads to a decision for action. Bradshaw & Lowenstein (2015), posits critical thinking is influenced by a persons’ cultural upbringing and the way in which they learn and perceive information in the academic arena. Furthermore, it is these cultural values and beliefs that affect a students’ learning style and their ability to reason critically. Cultural diversity has a huge impact in the classroom, which drives educators to develop innovative teaching strategies that facilitate and supports
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24). Studies show that culture influences critical thinking and reasoning but does not impede the application of critical thinking instruction in the classroom. Ludwick and Silvia (2000), points out there is a cross-cultural difference in critical thinking skills between Asian and Western students, but the differences appear to be related more to language ability rather than cultural factors. The evidence shows that culture influences the educational practice of critical thinking, but the effect of culture does not impact the application of critical thinking. Therefore, creating a curriculum that adapts to cultural diversity will improve critical thinking.
Conclusion
Cultural diversity refers to the difference between people based on their shared values, norms customs which is evident in their way of life. The impact of culture and diversity in the classroom and clinical settings are diverse; therefore, it influences the manner in which an individual learn and behave. These cultural trends must be taken into consideration when providing care for patients or connecting with students in the learning environment. Therefore, it is the uniqueness of ones' cultural values, and norms that build a multicultural learning environment that supports ones' precious
24). Studies show that culture influences critical thinking and reasoning but does not impede the application of critical thinking instruction in the classroom. Ludwick and Silvia (2000), points out there is a cross-cultural difference in critical thinking skills between Asian and Western students, but the differences appear to be related more to language ability rather than cultural factors. The evidence shows that culture influences the educational practice of critical thinking, but the effect of culture does not impact the application of critical thinking. Therefore, creating a curriculum that adapts to cultural diversity will improve critical thinking.
Conclusion
Cultural diversity refers to the difference between people based on their shared values, norms customs which is evident in their way of life. The impact of culture and diversity in the classroom and clinical settings are diverse; therefore, it influences the manner in which an individual learn and behave. These cultural trends must be taken into consideration when providing care for patients or connecting with students in the learning environment. Therefore, it is the uniqueness of ones' cultural values, and norms that build a multicultural learning environment that supports ones' precious