Researcher Development Framework A2,1-5 Critical Thinking

Researcher Development Framework Continued: (A2.1-2.5)
An excellent researcher at doctoral or PhD level:
SYNTHESIZING:Sees connections between sections of own information/data and previous studies. Benefits from guidance with synthesising information/data and ideas.
CRITICAL THINKING: Is able to understand argument (oral and textual) and articulate own assumptions; developing independent and critical thinking.
Has the ability to recognise and validate problems.
Recognises multiple ways of knowing.
EVALUATING: Summarises, documents, reports and reflects on progress.
Evaluates the impact and outcomes of own research activities.
Assesses the quality, integrity and authenticity of primary and secondary research information/data.
Receives and gives constructive criticism.
PROBLEM SOLVING: Isolates basic themes of own research; formulates basic research questions and hypotheses.

Critical thinking is a process that is constantly evolving and always evaluated for its effectiveness in each given situation. Critical thinking includes knowledge, comprehension, application, analysis, synthesis and evaluation.
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