7 Steps to Master Critical Thinking
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Develop your critical thinking skills with this comprehensive 7-step framework. The course provides structured techniques to master critical analysis and evaluation across diverse contexts. Learn to clearly define problems, gather comprehensive information, conduct in-depth analysis, develop optimal solutions, plan robust implementation, evaluate impact and outcomes, and iterate for continuous improvement.
The first steps cover clarifying problems through fishbone diagrams and asking probing questions. Next, gather wide-ranging information from surveys, interviews, and analytics while validating sources and relevance. Analyze information by breaking down arguments, checking for fallacies and biases, and mapping assumptions. Brainstorm solutions and use decision matrices to weigh alternatives. Plan implementation through work breakdown structures, Gantt charts, and scenario analysis. Evaluate impact with comparative analysis, feedback surveys, and SWOT analysis. Finally, reflect on lessons learned and create ongoing iteration mechanisms.
Throughout the course, you will gain skills in assumption evaluation, bias mitigation, argument analysis, diverse perspective-taking, anticipating outcomes, decision-making under uncertainty, and structural problem-solving. Become an incisive thinker able to develop solutions and strategies aligned to complex challenges. Join this complete critical thinking course to gain essential skills for professional and personal success. Enroll for this course if you are looking for an extensive model that covers all aspects of critical thinking.
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16Identifying SourcesVideo lesson
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17Evaluating CredibilityVideo lesson
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18Surveys & QuestionnairesVideo lesson
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19InterviewsVideo lesson
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20Observational StudiesVideo lesson
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21Data Mining and AnalyticsVideo lesson
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22ExampleVideo lesson
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23Scrutinizing Statistical ClaimsVideo lesson
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24Detecting Misleading Use of DataVideo lesson
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25Verifying SourcesVideo lesson
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26Module QuizQuiz
Overview quiz of the module
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27Understanding an ArgumentVideo lesson
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28Multiple Choice QuestionQuiz
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29How to Evaluate the Validity of an ArgumentVideo lesson
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30How to Evaluate the Reliability of an ArgumentVideo lesson
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31Recognise Assumptions and Learn Assumption MappingVideo lesson
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32Understanding Cognitive BiasesVideo lesson
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33Module QuizQuiz
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34How Cognitive Biases can lead to Poor Decision-MakingVideo lesson
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35How to Identify and Avoid Common Cognitive BiasesVideo lesson
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36Understanding Logical Fallacies + Types of Logical FallaciesVideo lesson
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37Recognizing Logical Fallacies in ArgumentsVideo lesson
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38Spotting and Refuting Logical FallaciesVideo lesson
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39ExampleVideo lesson
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40Argument MappingVideo lesson
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41Other Errors that can Hamper Decision-MakingVideo lesson
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42Module TestQuiz
As this is an important module, an additional test is added for better learning.
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43Brainstorming and Types of BrainstormingVideo lesson
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44Mind MappingVideo lesson
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45Reverse BrainstormingVideo lesson
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46Checking for Idea FeasibilityVideo lesson
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47Defining the Criteria for EvaluationVideo lesson
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48Using Weighting CriteriaVideo lesson
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49Using the Decision MatrixVideo lesson
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50Module QuizQuiz
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57Assessing the Effectiveness of your SolutionVideo lesson
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58SWOT Analysis + Example of SWOT AnalysisVideo lesson
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59Deeper Dive into Scenario PlanningVideo lesson
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60Scenario AnalysisVideo lesson
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61Example of Scenario AnalysisVideo lesson
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62Checking if the Impact Aligns with GoalsVideo lesson
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63Module QuizQuiz
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