Critical Thinking Basics

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What is critical thinking according to the Oxford English Dictionary?

  • The authority-based judgement on a subject without evaluation
  • The subjective analysis of personal opinions
  • The emotional evaluation of evidence based on personal experiences
  • The objective, systematic, and rational analysis and evaluation of factual evidence (correct)

Who needs to be a critical thinker?

  • Everyone, regardless of profession or field (correct)
  • Only students in academic institutions
  • Only professionals in the medical field
  • Only scientists and researchers

What is the first step in critical thinking?

  • What alternative ways are there to interpret the evidence?
  • What am I being asked to believe or accept? (correct)
  • What assumptions or biases came up when doing the above steps?
  • What evidence is available to support the claim?

Why is critical thinking important?

<p>It helps to form a judgement on a subject based on evidence (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of rating the evidence on a 0-10 scale?

<p>To determine the validity and strength of the evidence (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the outcome of the critical thinking process?

<p>A conclusion based on evidence (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of business problem-solving questions?

<p>Analyzing a problem or situation and responding logically (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of correcting a mistake at work?

<p>Fixing an error made by a colleague (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Devil's advocate in a group?

<p>To argue and challenge the others to discuss more (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of overcoming a scheduling/staffing shortage?

<p>Rerouting tasks and adjusting deadlines to meet goals (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the activities listed, such as DEBATE and INVENT?

<p>To promote creative thinking and group work (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of taking initiative at work?

<p>Stepping in when another team member overlooked or missed something important (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Gatekeeper in a group?

<p>To facilitate discussion and ensure everyone participates (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of resolving a conflict with a coworker?

<p>Negotiating a solution that satisfies both parties (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary benefit of convergent thinking in problem-solving?

<p>It increases performance speed and efficiency. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of reasoning is most relevant to solving an algebraic equation?

<p>Scientific reasoning (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of divergent thinking?

<p>To consider all possible options and encourage flexibility. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential consequence of not using critical thinking skills in problem-solving?

<p>Decision overload (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of critical thinking in the context of problem-solving?

<p>Evaluating information and making informed decisions (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what way can divergent thinking contribute to creative problem-solving?

<p>By encouraging flexibility and out-of-the-box thinking (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why might an employer ask analytical interview questions to a job applicant?

<p>To evaluate their ability to think critically and solve problems (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary advantage of using convergent and divergent thinking in combination?

<p>It develops stronger, more creative concepts. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

What is Critical Thinking?

  • Critical thinking is the objective, systematic, and rational analysis and evaluation of factual evidence to form a judgement on a subject or issue.

Who Needs to be a Critical Thinker?

  • Anyone who needs to make informed decisions, solve problems, and evaluate information critically.

Steps to Critical Thinking

  • Identify the claim or question being asked
  • Evaluate the evidence supporting the claim
  • Consider alternative interpretations of the evidence
  • Rate the evidence and alternatives on a 0-10 scale based on validity and strength
  • Identify assumptions and biases
  • Determine what additional evidence is needed to evaluate the alternatives
  • Draw conclusions based on the evidence

Skills Needed for Critical Thinking

  • Identifying biases
  • Critical analysis
  • Observation
  • Good communication
  • Inference
  • Evaluation
  • Identification
  • Research

Cognitive Approaches

  • Convergent thinking: increases performance speed, narrows problems down, and prevents decision overload
  • Divergent thinking: increases flexibility, considers all possible options, and encourages out-of-the-box thinking

Forms of Critical Thinking

  • Verbal reasoning
  • Probabilistic reasoning
  • Scientific reasoning

Developing Critical Thinking Skills

  • Practice analytical thinking
  • Be inquisitive and follow evidence
  • Know about metacognition

Problems to be Solved

  • Correcting mistakes at work
  • Improving process efficiency
  • Boosting company performance
  • Finding new data to guide decisions
  • Taking initiative
  • Overcoming delays and technical issues
  • Resolving customer issues and conflicts

Activities to Improve Critical Thinking

  • Debate
  • Invention
  • Creation
  • Forming cartoons
  • Creating riddles

Roles in Group Discussions

  • Group leader
  • Gatekeeper
  • Devil's advocate
  • Dominant member

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