How to be a critical thinker
Being able to critically analyse the things we see and read to distinguish what is real or fake has never been more important! But, how can you be a critical thinker? Find out more!
Key vocabulary
spin
the presentation of, for example, negative information in a positive way
to cherry-pick
to use only the details that support your view and ignore other information
bias
a belief that something is good or bad which is not based on evidence
critical thinking
the skill of looking at information objectively, without bias, prejudice or spin
a sceptic /skeptic
someone who uses logic and evidence rather than emotion when judging information
gullible (adj)
easily tricked or deceived because you believe uncritically what you see or hear
media literacy
awareness of the modern media environment and how information and disinformation are spread