How To C.R.I.T.I.Q.U.E. Without Being Critical:
C onverse with the person; don’t argue your position
R espect the person; critique the ideas
I nvite the person to consider your ideas
T alk specifics with the person; don’t be vague
I dentify strengths, not just weaknesses, with their ideas
Q uestion for clarification in order to build greater understanding
U nderstand more than trying to be understood
E ncourage the person to continue in their pursuit of valuable ideas
How to RESPOND/REACT to your critiques:
Briefly respond to the critique brought to your work. Demonstrate humility and openness in learning, as well as kindness and respect for the new ideas/insights/contributions brought to your learning.
*Substantiate all claims with proper referencing (APA7) to textbook or other sources.