Online Class: Critical Thinking Skills

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12Lessons
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Course Description
Unlocking the Power of the Mind: Navigating Critical & Creative Thought
The realm of thought is vast, complex, and intriguing. Each one of us has the inherent capacity to think, yet the quality and depth of our thoughts can vary immensely. Welcome to our course, where we delve into the intricate dance between critical and creative thinking, setting the stage for you to elevate your cognitive prowess and harness the full potential of your mind.
Dive Deep into Thought Patterns:
Our journey begins with understanding the core of critical thinking — a process that demands clarity, depth, logic, and precision. Imagine weaving through patterns of information, seamlessly connecting them, to either solve intricate puzzles, decipher complex concepts, or birth innovative ideas. By probing the foundations of viewpoints, the biases and data that shape them, we illuminate the path to rational, informed decision-making.
The Dual Faces of Thought:
While individual thinking offers introspection and personal insight, group-based thinking harnesses collective intelligence. Both come with their unique advantages and challenges. Through engaging modules, discover how to extract value from both paradigms while navigating their potential pitfalls. Moreover, our sessions on strategic and scenario planning arm you with tools to forecast, strategize, and create future roadmaps.
Fostering Creativity:
Creativity isn’t just about art or innovation. It's about envisioning possibilities, connecting disparate dots, and curating solutions. Learn what fuels creativity, the wonders it can weave, and practical strategies to nurture it within you.
The Pitfalls of Modern Education:
While modern education has empowered us with vast knowledge, there's a missing piece – the art of critical thinking. Traditional schooling often emphasizes memorization over true understanding, leaving us ill-equipped to apply knowledge pragmatically. Our course seeks to bridge this gap, introducing you to techniques that move beyond rote learning to stimulate analytical and logical reasoning.
Why This Course Matters:
In today’s world, where misinformation can spread rapidly and decisions carry significant consequences, critical thinking is not just a skill – it's a necessity. It's what differentiates a passive receiver of information from an active, discerning participant in discourse. Whether you aim to enhance personal decision-making, elevate your professional contributions, or emerge as a more dynamic leader, mastering critical thinking is pivotal.
To draw from an analogy, possessing knowledge without the ability to critically assess it is akin to owning a treasure chest but lacking the key to unlock it. Knowledge becomes transformative only when paired with astute thought processes.
Your Gateway to Advanced Thought:
While this course establishes a robust foundation in critical and creative thinking, it's also your springboard to more advanced explorations. It's crafted for beginners, ensuring they're well-equipped to delve into more profound literature and courses in the future.
In essence, "Unlocking the Power of the Mind" is more than a course; it's an odyssey into the depths of human cognition. Join us, as we chart a course through the mesmerizing maze of the mind, empowering you to think, reflect, and innovate like never before.
- Completely Online
- Self-Paced
- Printable Lessons
- Full HD Video
- 6 Months to Complete
- 24/7 Availability
- Start Anytime
- PC & Mac Compatible
- Android & iOS Friendly
- Accredited CEUs

Course Lessons
Lesson 1. Navigating Reality: Critical Thinking in Action
Lesson 1 Video
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-1-WorkSheet-18790.pdf
Lesson discussions: Reasons for Taking this Course
Complete Assignment: An Introduction
Assessment: Exam 1
Lesson 2. Reasoning Skills: Unlocking New Approaches to Challenges
Lesson 2 Video
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-2-Downloadable-18792.pdf
Complete: Lesson 2 Activity
Assessment: Exam 2
Lesson 3. The Art and Science of Clear Writing and Critical Thought
Lesson 3 Video
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-3-Activity-18794.pdf
Complete: Lesson 3 Activity
Lesson 4. Persuasion Unveiled: Artistry in Argumentation
Lesson 4 Video
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-4-Downloadable-18796.pdf
Complete: Lesson 4 Activity
Assessment: Exam 4
Lesson 5. Mastering Inductive Arguments: Strength, Cogency, and Applications
Lesson 5 Video
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-5-Activity-18798.pdf
Assessment: Exam 5
Lesson 6. Navigating Through Logic: The Art of Logical and Moral Reasoning
Lesson 6 Video
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-6-WorkSheet-18799.pdf
Assessment: Exam 6
Lesson 7. Innovation Leadership for a VUCA World
Lesson 7 Video
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-7-HomeWork-18801.pdf
Complete: Lesson 7 Activity
Assessment: Exam 7
Lesson 8. Embracing Creativity: A Guide to Problem Solving and Idea Generation in Today's World
Lesson 8 Video
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-8-WorkSheet-18803.pdf
Assessment: Exam 8
Lesson 9. Empowerment and Insight Through Decision-Making
Lesson 9 Video
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-9-Downloadable-18804.pdf
Complete: Lesson 9 Activity
Assessment: Exam 9
Lesson 10. The Art and Science of Team-Based Critical Thinking
Lesson 10 Video
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-10-HomeWork-18806.pdf
Complete: Lesson 10 Activity
Assessment: Exam 10
Lesson 11. Mastering the Craft of Scenario Planning
Lesson 11 Video
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-11-HomeWork-18808.pdf
Assessment: Exam 11
Lesson 12. Mastering Your Thinking Skills: A Guide to Growth
Lesson 12 Video
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-12-StudyGuide-18810.pdf
Lesson discussions: How would you rate this course?; Course Comments; Program Evaluation Follow-up Survey (End of Course)
Assessment: The Final Exam
Learning Outcomes
- Analyze and apply the dual-process theory of cognitive function (System 1 and System 2) to identify when to leverage fast, intuitive thinking and when to apply deliberate, analytical thought in complex situations.
- Define critical thinking and illustrate its importance with real-world examples of effective decision-making and problem-solving.
- Define the four major categories of reasoning skills: storage skills, retrieval skills, matching and categorical skills, and execution skills.
- Evaluate the validity of an argument by identifying its conclusion, all premises, implicit premises, and applying the Charity Principle.
- Evaluate the role of critical thinking in effective writing by examining various perspectives and comparing evidence in order to support coherent conclusions.
- Demonstrate the ability to formulate clear and logical arguments by identifying irrelevant, biased, or contradictory information in a given text.
- Define the core principles of persuasive writing by identifying the role of audience analysis, respect, and empathy in crafting effective arguments.
- Demonstrate an understanding of balancing logical and emotional appeals in persuasive communication, applying appropriate techniques to influence diverse audience types.
- Define the four main types of inductive arguments, explaining their characteristics and uses: generalizations, analogical, causal, and abductive arguments.
- Evaluate the strength of an inductive argument by assessing its premises' truthfulness and the logical support for the conclusion, demonstrating the process with a real-world example.
- Analyze moral and aesthetic reasoning to critically assess ethical dilemmas and art value, demonstrating understanding through real-world examples.
- Define and apply syllogistic reasoning to evaluate logical arguments by constructing valid conclusions from given premises.
- Demonstrate the ability to integrate critical thinking and creativity in problem-solving within a team setting by generating innovative solutions to presented challenges
- Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
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Student Testimonials
- "The course caused me to think about the subject, realizing that critical thinking is a changing field, it seems, with various aspects of it applicable to different scenarios." -- Richard E.
- "This was very helpful and more challenging than I expected. Took me several months to complete because my job is demanding and this forced me to focus and retain - which is good. Thank you." -- Almira D.
- "Very helpful. I feel more confident approaching anything coming at me knowing that taking the time to do critical thinking is an important step before making any decision." -- Wendy L.
- "This course was great. Thank you for its development." -- Kolleen D.
- "Great course. Thank you." -- Jay M.
- "It was marvelous!" -- Cesar P.
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