Learn to use critical-thinking tools to thrive in an algorithmic age.
On completion of this course, you will have gained: An approach to discovering, reflecting on and avoiding the negative effects of uncritical thinking. An understanding of narrative oversimplification, the availability heuristic, confirmation bias and constructive doubt. The knowledge to use critical thinking to analyse information, solve problems and make informed decisions. The ability to model critical thinking by challenging assumptions, asking good questions and reasoning rigorously. Unlimited access to the official Economist Education alumni group on LinkedIn and edX’s Career Engagement Network, offering you exclusive resources and events to support your professional progress.
On completion of this course, you will have gained: An approach to discovering, reflecting on and avoiding the negative effects of uncritical thinking. An understanding of narrative oversimplification, the availability heuristic, confirmation bias and constructive doubt. The knowledge to use critical thinking to analyse information, solve problems and make informed decisions. The ability to model critical thinking by challenging assumptions, asking good questions and reasoning rigorously. Unlimited access to the official Economist Education alumni group on LinkedIn and edX’s Career Engagement Network, offering you exclusive resources and events to support your professional progress.
