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Critical Thinking

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Overview

Develop essential analytical skills through this 10-hour course that builds your ability to evaluate information objectively and make reasoned decisions. Learn to define critical thinking and understand its systematic process, while exploring the fundamental role of logic and reasoning in effective analysis. Identify the key benefits that critical thinking brings to personal and professional situations, as well as common barriers that can impede clear judgment. Discover the distinctive characteristics that define a critical thinker and practice applying critical thinking skills to evaluate various types of information and sources. Enhance your analytical abilities through targeted exercises and techniques, while learning to recognize when perspectives need revision based on new evidence or deeper understanding. Master problem-solving methodologies that integrate critical thinking principles, enabling you to approach complex challenges with greater confidence and clarity.

Syllabus

  • 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

Taught by

ECA Online

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