Not Proven

Worksheet Description

This worksheet is designed to help students identify and articulate hidden assumptions within an idea. Students are first asked to write down an idea and then to scrutinize it to uncover any implicit assumptions. The worksheet directs them to list at least five assumptions that may not be immediately evident but are integral to the idea. Lastly, it prompts them to think about how recognizing these assumptions could change their perspective or understanding of the idea.

The worksheet’s educational purpose is to develop students’ critical thinking skills by teaching them how to uncover and evaluate underlying assumptions in ideas or arguments. It guides them to recognize that many statements they encounter are based on unspoken beliefs or generalizations that may not be examined or questioned. By learning to identify these assumptions, students can better assess the validity of the information presented to them. This skill is crucial for developing a more analytical and questioning approach to information, which is valuable in academic learning and everyday decision-making.