Critical thinking as the basis of professional Self-determination of personality
The article indicates that, despite certain differences in interpretations of the concept of critical thinking, its invariant components can be distinguished. Firstly, this is reflection, secondly, criticism and self-criticism, and thirdly, assessment and self-assessment. Interpretations of the concept of professional self-determination are also different, but they can be classified into groups. In general, professional self-determination is characterized as a systemic phenomenon characterized by certain internal processes, the development of which ensures the formation of significant personal qualities and leads to a certain professional choice. Based on the analysis carried out, the article notes why critical thinking can be presented as the basis for the professional self-determination of a person.