How well do you feel that U.S. schools encourage critical thinking?

Learning Goal: I’m working on a writing discussion question and need a sample draft to help me learn.This reflection assignment is worth 65 points (refer to the grading rubric below). The written reflection should be about 2 – 3 pages of reflection, double-spaced and include a minimum of two references of which one should be your course text. Use APA in-text citation within the body of your paper and a reference citation at the end of your assignment. Answer discussion questions below applying examples from the video you chose along with two additional academic sources (e.g., your text and another article).
Use a word processing program to create your assignment (preferably Word). Submit your assignment as an attachment. Don’t forget to use APA format, in-text citations and include a reference page at the end of your assignment. A great online resource that “creates” citations for you is www.citationmachine.net (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.. Make sure to select APA format and create both reference and parenthetical (in-text) citations.
Some people argue that schools ought to teach students how to think critically about the world around them rather than simply pass along important skills and knowledge. Using examples from the video you chose, consider the importance of learning critical thinking skills. What difference does it make if students learn basic skills rather than critical thinking? How well do you feel that U.S. schools encourage critical thinking? Make sure to support your answer.
Use the Ted Talk video and 2 other sources to answer the question. DUE TONIGHT SUNDAY FEBRUARY 20TH AT 10pm. Thank you!
Requirements: 2-3 pages