Marcel did very well with the introductory session on critical thinking. This system is based on The Foundation for Critical Thinking, the longest running think tank in the world, Linda Elder, president. It is the preferred system of critical thinking for Palm Beach State College and many universities internationally, as well as our U.S. Intelligence agencies. Marcel learned the three categories of CT, elements of thought for analysis, standards for evaluation, and intellectual traits for character building and analysis in literature. We discussed, questioned, and sought examples to expound on the first eight terms (elements) and Marcel charted them on a wheel diagram that we will use for writing the logic of texts. We covered a fair amount quickly, and Marcel grasped the initial meanings quite well. I look forward to working with him more to move his thought to become a master critical thinker as he has the capacity to do so. This knowledge will enable Marcel to create original content at a high level in both speaking and writing. It will aid in good decision-making. It was a pleasure to work with him today.