1. According to Gerald Graff and Cathy Birkenstein, writers should use the model of “entering the conversation” in their writing. One of the advantages of using this model is giving you an “immediate sense of how to engage in the kinds of critical thinking you are required to do at the college level” (Page 2).  Critical thinking allows us to understand others and most importantly – ourselves. By doing so, we can develop a better ability to make strong and reasonable arguments as well as finding gaps in them.

2. Based on smarthistory’s video, learning to look at artwork can help us analyze other situations – Such as saving lives. For example, the study of art can “enhance our perception and ability to translate to what others can see” (0:13-30). They use this technique in order to improve on their communication skills.