Linda Logan INT

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February 4, 2014
Assignment # 2
D. Langley, Instructor
Chapter 4:

1. Critical Evaluation is defined by the author as active, thoughtful examination, as opposed

to passive acceptance, of what you read, hear, and see. It is not based on how closely a
persons view is to yours but whether it is accurate and reasonable (Citation since you
mentioned the author?).
2. According to the author, the distinction between a person and their ideas are thus: If
views are accepted or rejected, based solely on the person who expresses them, and not
on the merit of the idea or argument, then the analysis of what is heard or read is
distorted.
3. The distinction between taste and a matter of judgment are this: Taste is a matter of
personal preference and needs no defense to support the opinion. Judgment is based on
evidence (facts, statistics, quotations, comparisons) and other supporting documentation
that is considered proof. Where are your examples of each?
4. The distinction between Fact and Interpretation is: A fact is something that is known with
certainty and is verifiable and can be proven with supporting documentation.
Interpretation, on the other hand, is an explanation and/ or meaning and can be subjected
to personal opinion and emotions.
5. The five- step strategy for critical reading are as follows: Skim, Reflect, Read, Evaluate
and Expression of Judgment; The four step strategy for listening is: Set Aside
Preconceptions, Focus on the Message, Identify Key Assertions and Supporting
Information, and to Evaluate Message and Express Judgment; The three step strategy to

critical evaluation of visual communications is: to decide on the meaning of the data from
the data itself, rather than from the form in which it is presented such as in presentations
containing graphs, charts and tables; to view visual communications such as
advertisement in a more informed way not relying on emotions that are usually targeted
in promotional campaigns; to critically evaluate dramatic presentations; they must be
considered within the context and the complexity of the character roles and interaction,
setting , dialogue, plot and conflict.
Reference?