What does it really mean to “think critically”? In this episode, I chat with college professor Mark Massaro about how students can build critical thinking skills through reading and writing—and why these skills matter way beyond the classroom. 

We talk about everything from resume writing and job interviews to recognizing bias and reading the room in high-stakes situations. If you’ve ever wondered how analyzing a short story could help your future career, this episode will make it clear.

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What You’ll Learn:

• What critical thinking actually is (and how to build it over time)
• How students can practice these skills through reading and writing
• Why these skills are essential in the workplace and relationships
• How AI is impacting student writing and thinking

🎙️Resources and Episodes Mentioned:

• Episode website (with transcript)
• Blog Post: What’s the Real Point of School
• Video: Writing Tips for Students Who Get Stuck

About Mark Massaro:

Mark Massaro earned a master’s degree in English Language & Literature from Florida Gulf Coast University, and he is currently a Professor of English at a state college in Florida. His writing has been published in The Georgia Review, The Hill, Los Angeles Review of Books, The Master’s Review, Newsweek, and many others.

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