Critical Thinking

Critical Thinking

Module One: Getting Started
• Workshop Objectives
Module Two: Components of Critical Thinking
• Applying Reason
• Open Mindedness
• Analysis
• Logic
• Case Study
Module Two: Review Questions
Module Three: Non-Linear Thinking
• Step Out of Your Comfort Zone
• Don’t Jump to Conclusions
• Expect and Initiate Change
• Being Ready to Adapt
• Case Study
Module Three: Review Questions
Module Four: Logical Thinking
• Ask the Right Questions
• Organize the Data
• Evaluate the Information
• Draw Conclusions
• Case Study
Module Four: Review Questions
Module Five: Critical Thinkers (I)
• Active Listening
• Be Curious
• Be Disciplined
• Be Humble
• Case Study
Module Five: Review Questions
Module Six: Critical Thinking (II)
• Seeing the Big Picture
• Objectivity
• Using Your Emotions
• Being Self-Aware
• Case Study
Module Six: Review Questions
Module Seven: Evaluate the Information
• Making Assumptions
• Watch out for the Bias
• Ask Clarifying Questions
• SWOT Analysis
• Case Study
Module Seven: Review Questions
Module Eight: Benefits of Critical Thinking
• Being More Persuasive
• Better Communication
• Better Problem Solving
• Increased Emotional Intelligence
• Case Study
Module Eight: Review Questions
Module Nine: Changing Your Perspective
• Limitations of Your Point of View
• Considering Others Viewpoint
• Influences on Bias
• When New Information Arrives
• Case Study
• Module Nine: Review Questions
Module Ten: Problem Solving
• Identify Inconsistencies
• Trust your Instincts
• Asking Why?
• Evaluate the Solution(s)
• Case Study
Module Ten: Review Questions
• Module Eleven: Putting It All Together
• Retaining Your New Skills
• Reflect and Learn from Mistakes
• Always Ask Questions
• Practicing Critical Thinking
• Case Study
Module Eleven: Review Questions
Module Twelve: Wrapping Up
• Words from the Wise
• Lessons Learned