The RAC Analysis Skills TM

 

 

Analysis Skills

Definitions

Analyzing Errors

Finding mistakes

Analyzing Perspectives/Bias

Examining different points of view

Classifying

Sorting into groups based on common attributes

Comparing/Contrasting

Identifying likenesses and differences

Concluding

Arriving at a position based on facts and/or opinions

Decision Making

Selecting one of several options after considering all factors

Elaborating

Expanding by adding greater detail

Evaluating

Judging the worth or importance based on specific criteria

Generalizing

Stating or applying a rule that explains patterns

Inventing

Creating something new or different

Justifying

Supporting or defending a position

Ordering

Arranging according to specific criteria

Predicting

Stating an expected event based on prior knowledge

Problem Solving

Seeking a solution for a perplexing situation or question

Summarizing

Giving only the main points

 

 

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