What will students learn from critical thinking courses, and how will it benefit them?
Our critical thinking courses and workshops equip students with essential skills that can be applied immediately to their academic studies, interviews, higher education, and future careers. These skills are beneficial for all students - MBA and law students, as well as for students from all disciplines. Moreover, the knowledge gained is highly practical, translating directly into workplace effectiveness.
Let’s explore the specific concepts and theories students will learn.
Introduction to Critical Thinking - Understanding intuitive vs. deliberate thinking for informed decisions.keyboard_arrow_up
Relevance: General students will understand how to avoid impulsive decisions in academic assignments and make well-reasoned choices. MBA students use these skills in case studies, while law students apply deliberate thinking to case law analysis. At work, employees use these skills for strategic business decisions.
Example: General students might apply System 2 thinking when writing essays or choosing between academic programs. MBA students could weigh expansion strategies, while law students dissect complex legal cases. At work, managers might apply deliberate thinking in project planning or risk assessment.
Critical Thinking Framework - A structured approach for problem-solving and decision-making.keyboard_arrow_up
Relevance: General students can use the framework for research projects and problem-solving tasks. MBA students apply it in business case studies, and law students use it to structure legal arguments. In the workplace, professionals use the framework for tackling complex problems and making decisions.
Example: General students might use the framework to structure a research paper. MBA students apply it to assess market entry strategies in case studies. Law students use it to craft structured legal arguments. At work, a team leader might use the framework to decide on implementing a new business process.
gamesEvaluating Evidence and Analysis - Assessing the quality and relevance of information for better conclusions.keyboard_arrow_up
Relevance: General students will use this skill in research, ensuring their sources are credible and arguments solid. MBA students analyze market data, and law students assess the reliability of legal evidence. At work, professionals use it to evaluate business reports, customer feedback, or operational data.
Example: General students might evaluate sources for a history essay. MBA students could assess financial statements in a merger case study, while law students review the credibility of witness testimony. At work, a manager might analyze customer data to refine a marketing strategy.
Problem-Solving Case Studies - Identifying root causes and developing solutions through real-world scenarios.keyboard_arrow_up
Relevance: General students can apply problem-solving skills in group projects or real-life issues. MBA students use it in business problem-solving, and law students use it in analyzing legal cases. At work, problem-solving is essential for addressing operational challenges.
Example: General students might solve group project issues by identifying the root cause of low performance. MBA students analyze declining profits in a business case study, while law students solve contract disputes by reviewing legal statutes. At work, an employee might resolve a supply chain disruption by analyzing its root cause.
Logical Reasoning - Applying inductive, causal and deductive reasoning to construct strong, valid arguments.keyboard_arrow_up
Relevance: General students use logical reasoning to construct well-founded arguments in academic work. MBA students use it to evaluate business strategies, and law students apply it to build legal arguments. In the workplace, logical reasoning is crucial for making sound decisions and evaluating risks.
Example: General students could use logical reasoning to write a persuasive essay. MBA students apply it when evaluating an investment opportunity, while law students argue their case based on legal precedents. At work, a project manager might evaluate the pros and cons of different vendor contracts.
Decision-Making : Analyzing options and making sound choices based on evidence and risk analysis.keyboard_arrow_up
Relevance: General students apply decision-making in academic choices and research projects. MBA students use it in selecting business strategies, and law students in advising clients on legal actions. At work, decision-making is central to management and leadership roles.
Example: General students might decide which hypothesis to pursue in a science project. MBA students evaluate which market to enter based on analysis in a case study, while law students advise clients on the best legal strategy. At work, an executive might decide whether to invest in new technology based on cost-benefit analysis
Moral Reasoning - Addressing ethical dilemmas and making decisions based on moral principles.keyboard_arrow_up
Relevance: General students apply moral reasoning in discussions on ethics and social responsibility. MBA students consider it in corporate ethics and CSR decisions, while law students use it in legal ethics. In the workplace, moral reasoning is crucial for maintaining ethical standards in business decisions.
Example: General students might discuss the ethics of using artificial intelligence in a class debate. MBA students might weigh profits versus social responsibility in a CSR case study, while law students explore the ethical implications of defending controversial clients. At work, an HR manager might apply moral reasoning when handling workplace harassment cases.
Credibility of Claims - Evaluating the trustworthiness of sources and evidence for informed decision-making.keyboard_arrow_up
Relevance: General students need to evaluate the credibility of sources for research papers. MBA students assess the reliability of business reports, and law students scrutinize the credibility of witnesses or legal claims. At work, credibility assessment is key in reviewing business proposals or partnerships.
Example: General students might check the credibility of online sources when writing an essay. MBA students analyze the reliability of financial forecasts in a business case study, while law students assess the credibility of expert testimony in a trial. At work, a marketing manager might evaluate the trustworthiness of market research reports.
Overcoming Cognitive Biases - Recognizing and neutralizing biases that impact judgment and decision-making.keyboard_arrow_up
Relevance: General students need to evaluate the credibility of sources for research papers. MBA students assess the reliability of business reports, and law students scrutinize the credibility of witnesses or legal claims. At work, credibility assessment is key in reviewing business proposals or partnerships.
Example: General students might check the credibility of online sources when writing an essay. MBA students analyze the reliability of financial forecasts in a business case study, while law students assess the credibility of expert testimony in a trial. At work, a marketing manager might evaluate the trustworthiness of market research reports.
Persuasive Communication - Crafting clear, compelling arguments for academic and professional success.keyboard_arrow_up
Relevance: General students will apply persuasive communication in essays, presentations, and debates. MBA students use it to pitch business ideas, while law students use it to argue cases in court. At work, persuasive communication is critical for negotiations, client meetings, and leadership roles.
Example: General students might write a compelling argumentative essay for a class assignment. MBA students could use persuasion in pitching a business strategy to a panel, while law students argue their case in moot court. At work, a sales executive uses persuasive communication to close deals with clients.