CRITICAL THINKING

Summary:

We live in a knowledge based society, and the more critical you think the better your knowledge will be.

Critical Thinking provides you with the skills to analyze and evaluate information so that you are able to obtain the greatest amount of knowledge from it.

It provides the best chance of making the correct decision, and minimizes damages if a mistake does occur.

Critical Thinking will lead to being a more rational and disciplined thinker.

It will reduce your prejudice and bias which will provide you a better understanding of your environment.

This workshop will provide you the skills to evaluate, identify, and distinguish between relevant and irrelevant information.

It will lead you to be more productive in your career, and provide a great skill in your everyday life.

Learning Objectives:

By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:

1. Understand the components of critical thinking
2. Utilize non-linear thinking
3. Use logical thinking
4. Recognize what it means to be a critical thinker
5. Evaluate information using critical thinking skills
6. Identify the benefits of critical thinking
7. Revise perspective, when necessary
8. Comprehend problem solving abilities

Topics Covered:

1. Components of Critical Thinking
2. Applying Reason
3. Open Mindedness
4. Analysis
5. Logic

2.Non-Linear Thinking

1. Step Out of Your Comfort Zone
2. Don’t Jump to Conclusions
3. Expect and Initiate Change
4. Being Ready to Adapt

3.Logical Thinking

1. Ask the Right Questions
2. Organize the Data
3. Evaluate the Information
4. Draw Conclusions

4.Critical Thinkers (I)

1. Active Listening
2. Be Curious
3. Be Disciplined
4. Be Humble

5.Critical Thinking (II)

1. Seeing the Big Picture
2. Objectivity
3. Using Your Emotions
4. Being Self-Aware

6.Evaluate the Information

1. Making Assumptions
2. Watch out for the Bias
3. Ask Clarifying Questions
4. SWOT Analysis

7.Benefits of Critical Thinking

1. Being More Persuasive
2. Better Communication
3. Better Problem Solving
4. Increased Emotional Intelligence

8. Changing Your Perspective

1. Limitations of Your Point of View
2. Considering Others Viewpoint
3. Influences on Bias
4. When New Information Arrives

9.Problem Solving

1. Identify Inconsistencies
2. Trust Your Instincts
3. Asking Why?
4. Evaluate the Solution(s)

10.Putting It All Together

1. Retaining Your New Skills
2. Reflect and Learn From Mistakes
3. Always Ask Questions
4. Practicing Critical Thinking

Duration: 9 up to 12 Hours