Rather than creating an environment that promotes "groupthink" in which everyone in a group begins to think alike, This usually occurs when people put unlimited faith in a leader or organizer. This is usually a direct result of those with a fixed mindset who may get carried away with the brilliance or genius of their leader. Alternative views and constrictive criticism should be created to help with all decision making processes, which can include school settings. Ideas such as assigning people to play devil's advocate and taking opposing viewpoints and having anonymous suggestion boxes are just a couple of ways to promote independent thinking. Being both an independent thinker and team player is possible!
