Course

Critical Thinking Basics

Microcourse Description:

We live in a knowledge based society, and the better your thinking skills the better your decisions 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 wisdom from it. It provides the best chance of making the correct decision, and minimizes damages if a mistake does occur.

Critical thinking will lead you 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 microcourse will provide you with 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 Outcomes:

By the end of this microcourse you should be able to:

Understand the components of critical thinking
Utilize non-linear thinking
Use logical thinking
Recognize what it means to be a critical thinker
Evaluate information using critical thinking skills
Identify the benefits of critical thinking
Revise perspective, when necessary
Comprehend how critical thinking plays a role in problem solving

Faculty: Various

Pricing:

Lite: $35

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