Critical thinking and digital education

This document discusses critical thinking in the digital age. It begins by outlining the origins of critical thinking in Socratic dialogue and defines it as rational, reflective thought aimed at decision making. It describes two types of thinking - intuitive thinking suited for hostile environments and critical thinking suited for benign environments. It uses the metaphor of an elephant (instinctive thinking) and its rider (rational thinking) to represent how our minds work. The document then discusses how digital tools have impacted daily life and the importance of developing digital skills and citizenship through critical thinking. It provides recommendations for developing critical thinking at both the individual and institutional levels.