The philosophies of history’s great thinkers have been the starting point for much of the innovation we take for granted now. Without them, we might never have had cell phones, computers, or even electricity! See, critical thinking is the ability to think clearly and rationally, to fully understand the logical connection between ideas.
In business, critical thinking is vital to keep innovating and stay ahead of the game. The business world is moving faster than ever before, so the need for critical thinking at every organizational level is growing. But despite this, these skills seem to be lacking.
By the end of this course, you’ll be able to:
• Identify the 7 skills of critical thinking
• Use techniques to improve critical thinking skills
• Use the RED model to assist decision-making
Why take this course?
The ability to use critical thinking to drive problem solving and innovation is a sought-after skill, so instilling a critical thinking culture in your business could be a game changer. For those in leadership and management, or employees wanting to take their skills further, this course will help. It explains the 7 skills of critical thinking and offers techniques to help improve your skills.
10 mins | SCORM | Takeaway Tasks
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