LESSON ONE
Critical Thinking in Business
- Define Critical Thinking
- Describe Characteristics of Effective Critical Thinkers
- Relate the Role of Critical Thinking in Meeting Business Challenges
The RED Model of Critical Thinking
- Identify the Skill Areas of the Critical Thinking Process
- Recognize and Use Skills That Support the Critical Thinking Process
LESSON TWO
Appraising Your Critical Thinking Skills
- Recognize the Value of Gaining Insight into Your Critical Thinking Skills
- Review Feedback on Your “My Thinking StylesTM” Assessment
- Understand the Connection Between Your Individual Thinking Style and the RED Approach to Critical Thinking
Applying Critical Thinking Skills and Tools
- Practice Using Critical Thinking Skills and Techniques in a Real Business Situation
- Identify Personal Situations Where Critical Thinking Can Be Used
- Select Tools for Using Critical Thinking Skills
LESSON THREE
Applying Critical Thinking Skills and Tools (cont’d)
- Practice Using Critical Thinking Skills and Techniques in a Real Business Situation
- Identify Personal Situations Where Critical Thinking Can Be Used
- Select Tools for Using Critical Thinking Skills
Developing Organizational Awareness and Managing Relationships
- Understand the Attributes Associated with Organizational Awareness and Managing Relationships
- Anticipate Interpersonal Strategies You Will Need to Implement Critical Thinking at Work
Implementing Your New Knowledge and Skills
- Anticipate Pitfalls You May Encounter as a Critical Thinker
- Create an Action Plan for Development of Critical Thinking Skills