Cai Diggs
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Introducing the Aquaponic Greenhouse at UMD with Dr. Izursa |
I have used critical thinking in multiple instances working for University of Maryland Extension. Recently, one of the lab interns started a research project measuring nitrogen levels with different amounts of fish in aquaponic systems. In order for the experiment to take place, every aspect of system has to be washed and sanitized. This is a long task and takes a lot of teamwork and coordination. To efficiently be completed, tasks were divided among everyone that would be working in the lab that day. They were distributed based on experience, time allotted to work, etc., which made the process move a lot faster. Jewel, the lab intern, is able to start her experiment sooner because of our critical thinking skills. One thing I would do differently is to ask more people to come to the lab to help with washing and sanitation. Another instance where I had to use critical thinking was during my literature review. I had to determine the correct database and keywords to find articles that would be appropriate for the topic of my literature review. I also had to determine from the abstract if I wanted to include the article in my review. I was able to complete my literature review to meet the deadline.
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