Critical Thinking

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Course Description

Critical thinking is a cornerstone of success, both professionally and personally. It entails a deliberate, reflective approach to evaluating information and forming sound judgments. By fostering independent thinking and a questioning mindset, critical thinking equips you to navigate the countless decisions you face each week with clarity and confidence. It empowers you to challenge assumptions, assess situations logically, and make informed choices.

In any organization, challenges are inevitable. Addressing them effectively requires reasoning, logic, and an open mind. This workshop is designed to sharpen your critical thinking skills, enabling you to tackle problems methodically, shift perspectives when needed, and embrace open-mindedness. Elevate your decision-making process and become a more disciplined, rational thinker prepared to make impactful, well-considered choices.

12+

Hours

72

Lectures

$40

Price

WHAT TO EXPECT

Learning Objectives

  • Define critical thinking
  • Understand the critical thinking process
  • Identify the role of logic, and reasoning
  • Recognize benefits and barriers to critical thinking
  • Identify characteristics of a critical thinker
  • Evaluate information using critical thinking skills
  • Recognize ways to improve skills
  • Explore and revise perspective, when necessary
  • Comprehend problem solving abilities

Course Outline

Module One: Understanding Critical Thinking

  • Defining Critical Thinking
  • Importance of a Critical Approach
  • When to Think Critically
  • The Role of Logic
  • Applying Reason
  • Practical Illustration
  • Module One: Review Questions

Module Two: The Critical Thinking Process

  • Observation
  • Analysis
  • Inference
  • Communication
  • Problem Solving
  • Practical Illustration
  • Module Two: Review Questions

Module Three: The Benefits

  • Increases Happiness
  • Better Decision Making
  • Improved Communication
  • Develop the Power of Persuasion
  • Fosters Team Building
  • Practical Illustration
  • Module Three: Review Questions

Module Four: Characteristics of a Critical Thinker

  • Self-Awareness
  • Self-Discipline
  • Curiosity
  • Creativity
  • Humility
  • Practical Illustration
  • Module Four: Review Questions

Module Five: Improving Your Skills (I)

  • Practice Active Listening
  • Ask Questions
  • Break Down the Problems
  • Be Mindful of Emotions
  • Think For Yourself
  • Practical Illustration
  • Module Five: Review Questions

Module Six: Improving Your Skills (II)

  • Visual Mapping
  • Keep an Open Mind
  • Get Involved
  • Participate in Games
  • Improving Sleep Quality
  • Practical Illustration
  • Module Six: Review Questions

Module Seven: Evaluating the Information

  • Avoid Assumptions
  • Watch out for the Bias
  • Consider Clarifying Questions
  • SWOT Analysis
  • Review All Possibilities
  • Practical Illustration
  • Module Seven: Review Questions

Module Eight: The Barriers

  • Time and Pressure
  • Insufficient Knowledge
  • Close-Minded
  • Drone Mentality
  • Groupthink Mentality
  • Practical Illustration
  • Module Eight: Review Questions

Module Nine: Changing Your Perspective

  • Alter Your Point of View
  • Be Objective
  • Thinking in Reverse
  • Consider the Consequences
  • Identify Inconsistencies
  • Practical Illustration
  • Module Nine: Review Questions

Module Ten: Putting It All Together

  • Stages of Development
  • Think About Your Thinking
  • Reflect and Learn from Mistakes
  • Remember Your Goals
  • Think, But Don’t Overthink
  • Practical Illustration
  • Module Ten: Review Questions

Assessment