What is Expert?
[[File:Becker von, Adolf - The Art Expert - Google Art Project.jpg|thumb|Adolf von Becker: ''The Art Expert'']] [[File:Koelner Dom - Bayernfenster 10.jpg|thumb|250px|Three biblical wise old men, [[Cologne Cathedral]].]]An '''expert''' is an individual recognized as a reliable source of [[knowledge]] or [[skill]] in a particular field. An expert’s corresponding ability or '''expertise''' is, mostly, based on his/her credential, [[training]], [[education]], [[profession]], [[publication]] or [[experience]]. Historically, an expert was referred to as a ''wise old man''. Such individual was usually a profound [[intellectual]] distinguished for [[wisdom]] and sound [[judgment]].<ref>[http://www.thefreedictionary.com/wise+man Wise man]</ref> In law, an expert [[witness]] may contribute specialized knowledge of a field. Someone who is not an expert may be called a [[beginner]] or a [[novice]] if they are new to that field. ==Notes== {{reflist}} [[Category:Skills]] [[Category:Critical thinking]]