Using social media for hiring process is more closely related to act utilitarianism. The reason for this is although Jack did not get the position he desired. Choosing the greatest action for the greatest good would be to not hire Jack based on his social media. Instead, it is best to continue the search to find the right person suited for the position because the right person will produce the greatest possible happiness for the greatest possible number. Choosing to invade Jack’s privacy and reviewing his social media is the ethical decision to be made. If Jack were to change his social media or not have a social media, then the possibility of Jack getting the job would be higher than it is now, but would not benefit the company. This option would affect the co-workers, Laura, the company and Jack. Hiring Jack may not produce the most good because he complains online about his current job, there is a possibility he could do the same if he would have got the job in Laura’s company. This would show to Jack’s co-workers and his company that he does not deserve to belong to the company. It is unprofessional to talk bad about a current employment, especially if it is broadcasted online for everyone, including coworkers to be informed with such information. If Jack was confronted by Laura for his social media, then there is a possibility that he can change his social media, by deleting his posts, or just changing his outlook on what to put online because it affects his future in applying for jobs. This option would do the greatest good because it allows Laura to continue the search to find the right person for the job. It will benefit the co worker and company because they will have an employee who is more devoted and more fit for the... ... middle of paper ... ...steps for critical thinking overall helps one understand the possible outcomes as well. Understanding every option possible, used in the analysis can help one choose which option will benefit everyone the most. The steps used in evaluation helps one focus on their argument. Thinking about the of counterarguments that are going to be faced and providing sufficient response to defend the argument also helps towards finding the best solution, and if it 's the right one. If one can not provide the best response to defend one 's decision, then maybe the solution chosen is not the right one. Using research helps towards defending one 's argument as well because it provides specific information regarding the topic. Overall, using critical thinking process can help anyone towards an ethical issue if one applies all the steps required, then one will find the right solution.
Critical thinking provides an opportunity to explore the positive and negative sides of an argument for and against an idea, theory or notion. Reasoning and perception is attuned to personal impression and provides outcome to belief and opinion.
Questions are something that must be asked and can be very important when reading a literary work, watching a movie, or just simply trying to understand the habits of people today. Asking questions opens up the human brain to dig farther and deeper into the meaning of why someone did something in a specific way and what purpose it has that something must be done in that way. Critical thinking is asking question and trying to hypothesize on what the answer to that question might be. Critically thinking is a healthy aspect of opening up the brain and will improve one’s thought process on how to apply critical thinking in situations where it is dependent, like a future
What is not easily recognized is the fact that the very fabric of life is dependent on the ability to think properly and make good decisions. Improper thinking is costly in the quality of life and monetarily. The result of a critical thinker that has worked to cultivate proper thinking skills includes: the ability to ask vital questions and to identify problems with clarity. A critical thinker also collects relevant information while effectively interpreting it, thinks with an open mind, uses alternative systems of thought, and understands how to communicate while working to formulate a strong solution. In summary, critical thinking is self-disciplined, self-monitored, and self-corrective thinking. Above all else, the standards of excellence are rigorous, and it entails the prospect of overcoming the challenge of sociocentrism and
...HR professionals, but can be a dangerous ‘foe’ when used inappropriately.” (Davison, Maraist, & Bing, 2011) As long a recruiters apply uniform reviewing techniques social media can be successfully to help in hiring qualified individuals that will meet the needs of the company.
This is best accomplished by applying critical thinking to an ethical framework. Keeping in mind that it is individual process and solutions arrived are dependent on the person doing the analysis and how her relationship to her environment and where she is in her life course. The framework gives a more conscious thought to analyzing an issue or problem through systematic methodology.
Critical thinking allows for individual assessments of topics and can be applied to any question posed in any situation. It allows for individuals to think for themselves and evaluate situations on their own to determine the final outcome. In behavioral science and in respect to social work, critical thinking is imperative in order for case workers to make the best decision in any given situation dealing with human interactions and human behavior. This is witnessed in Evidence Based Practice (EBP) and can be further applied in Person-In-Environment (PIE) theory.
Social networks are increasing dramatically every year. Employers are turning to social networks because it is a tool to screen job applicant’s profiles. According to a survey conducted by jobvite.com (2013), 94 % of employers use social media profiles to recruit job applicants. This trend assists the applicants and recruiters. Job applicants should be judged by their social network profiles because social media give positive image about the candidate, prove the information in the resume, and help to identify if the person fits the culture of the company or not.
In a student's opinion critical thinking is gathering all necessary information and using rational judgment to filter out personal opinions and true facts. Rationality allows for information to be based on evidence and finding the best explanation possible. When critically thinking, it is important to weigh out the pros and cons of the situation. Following this process will allow an individual to get past personal biased opinions and view the situation from all prospectives. This all ties in to judgment. Critical thinking is better implemented when judgment is used so that new ideas and explanations can be taken into consideration. Critical thinking is about asking questions and exploring new ideas. Critical thinking allows individuals to facilitate a number of non personal analyzes o...
It is a process in which knowledge and experience are applied to various alternatives in consideration in order to achieve the desired objective. It is a process that involves both inductive as well as deductive cognitive skills. Critical thinking is considered as inherent in making sound clinical reasoning. As critical reasoning and thinking make use of logical arguments they most probably lead one towards the evidence of any issue and help one to get down to the root cause of the problem. Hence it becomes a very crucial as well as vital part of the process that is constructed to resolve an ethical violation issue related to cyber technology.
Critical thinking and decision-making are related in more ways than people think. This paper will define critical thinking and decision-making according to the book Whatever It Takes. It will also present a personal definition of critical thinking and decision-making from the author of this paper. The relationship between the two will be explained as well as the benefits of being a critical thinker. The author of this paper will also show how critical thinking is present in his organization and how he implements critical thinking techniques on a daily basis.
As college students and adults prepare for the real world, people are constantly faced with how to prepare for interviews and the hiring process with jobs. One factor of that is the gray area that is the idea of social media and networking helping to assist with the hiring process. Technology has become a privacy and employment issue that future employees face. When it comes to employment companies a have no boundaries and employers need to realize that social media should be used only for non-bias practices and not employment decisions based on someone’s Facebook post. Topic: How Privacy and Employment Laws effect Social Media changing the Hiring Process.
Platforms such as Facebook and Twitter allow users to access company information, photos and employees as well as ask questions and express personal experiences with the company. It also allows potential employees to understand the vibe of the organization and gain a deeper and more personal understanding than a website. However, with social media, it is important to not ove...
The purpose of critical thinking is to take the aspects of irrational control and allow the rational side of our mentality to prevail. At the macro level, a broad perspective of sociology is the study of the development, structure, and functioning of human society, therefore comprehending the thoughts of humans and reasoning behind certain decisions that are made. As stated by Gabennesch, “critical thinking is one of the most important resources a society could develop.” (Gabennesch, 2013, p.1) As a society, without critical thinking bad situations can occur due to the deception of good people. The problem derives from the root. The root being people who are naive to the situation, or have the intellectual capacity of someone who cannot respond to certain aspects of a problem. Society can strengthen if humans can adapt to the process of critical thinking and use it to their advantage to make the most appropriate decision or action. If not, the consequences will transpire. As a society, critical thinking is an important part of daily life. Making decisions whether they are large or minuscule, contains critical thinking that will be required to create a foundation of thought, ultimately solving your
Critical thinking is when an individual identifies and evaluates outside sources before making a decision. This is a very important still to learn to become an effective thinker and making educated choices. Critical thinking is fundamental when making choices, from selecting the right answer on multiple choice exams to choosing the right place and time to buy a house. An individual that has learned critical thinking is less expected to make poor choices that could potentially harm him or affect others. In theory this individual could calculate the consequences of his actions. A good critical thinker doesn’t need to memorize huge amounts of information. Instead, he asks questions, is open to alternative solutions, formulates theories,
Critical thinking regularly involves the capability to interpret information and make knowledgeable decisions based on such information. Additionally, problem solving is frequently theorised as the use of critical thinking skills towards the effective solution of a specific problem or towards a specific end goal. Critical thinking is the disciplined art of ensuring that you use the best thinking you are capable of in any set of circumstances. The general goal of thinking is to figure out some situation” (Critical Thinking, 2001, p.1), solve some problem, answer some questions, or resolve some issue. It also is a process in which a person pursuits reliable and pertinent information about the world. Critical thinking is often described as reasonable, ruminative, trustworthy, and a well-practiced form of thinking that assists people with deciding what they should believe in and what actions should be taken. A practiced critical thinker will ask good questions, collects pertinent data, categorizes common characteristics, logically reasons with the new data and then he or she will come to a trustworthy and dependable conclusion. Critical thinking makes use of many processes and procedures. Some processes include but is not limited to asking questions, making judgments, and identifying