Reflection: A Socratic approach.

Reflection is a fuzzy concept. In this article we reveal the paradoxes involved in studying the nature of reflection. Whereas some scholars emphasize its discursive nature, we go further and underline its resemblance to the self-biased dialogue Socrates had with the slave in Plato's .

The effects of critical thinking instruction on training complex decision making.

Objective: Two field studies assessed the effects of critical thinking instruction on training and transfer of a complex decision-making skill.

Background: Critical thinking instruction is based on studies of how experienced decision makers approach complex problems.

Method: Participants conducted scenario-based exercises in both simplified (Study I) and high-fidelity (Study 2) training environments.