Define Critical Thinking

question 4

Essay

Define critical thinking. Describe the Triple-A approach to critical thinking.

Recognize the historical context and significance of Charles Darwin's work on the theory of evolution.

Appreciate the dynamic and bidirectional relationship between biology and environment as proposed by social cognitive theory.

Acquire knowledge on the mechanisms of heredity and the basic components of genetics, including DNA and the Human Genome Project.

Understand the importance of genetic expression and how environmental factors can influence gene expression.

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Definitions:

Living Organisms

Entities that exhibit the characteristics of life, such as growth, reproduction, and the ability to respond to their environment.

Ethology

The scientific study of animal behavior, often with a focus on behavior under natural conditions, and its evolution.

Specific Behaviors

Observable actions or reactions of an individual in particular contexts, which are often studied in psychology to understand various aspects of human behavior and interactions.

Child Development

The physical, cognitive, emotional, and social growth that children undergo from birth through early adulthood.