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According to the text, critical thinking is the analysis of available facts, evidence, observations, and arguments in order to form a judgement by the application of rational, skeptical, and unbiased analyses and evaluation. It includes self-directed, self-disciplined, self-monitored, and self-corrective habits of the mind. Who said that the mind of a critical thinker engages the person's intellectual abilities and personality traits?
Richard W. Paul
According to the text, critical thinking presupposes assent to rigorous standards of excellence and mindful command of their use in effective communication and problem solving, and a commitment to overcome egocentrism and sociocentrism. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a characteristic of critical thinking?
Egocentric thinking
According to the text, who indicated that the teachings of Socrates are the earliest records of critical thinking?
Plato
According to the text, what did Socrates establish about authority figures and knowledge?
Authority figures do not possess reliable knowledge
What is the definition of critical thinking according to the U.S. National Council for Excellence in Critical Thinking?
The process of actively and skillfully conceptualizing, applying, analyzing, synthesizing, or evaluating information
What does the term 'critical' in critical thinking imply?
The ability to judge
What are the key features of critical thinking according to the text?
Being inquisitive and curious, being open-minded to different sides, being able to think systematically
Which of the following is NOT a quality or process included in contemporary definitions of critical thinking?
Subjectivity
According to Ennis, what is critical thinking?
The intellectually disciplined process of actively and skillfully conceptualizing, applying, analyzing, synthesizing, and/or evaluating information
What is the 'first wave' of critical thinking characterized by?
A logistic approach that aims for analytical, abstract, universal, and objective examination and appraisal
What is deduction in logical reasoning?
The conclusion drawn from the structure of an argument's premises, by use of rules of inference
Which of the following is a primary constraint in project management?
Scope
What is the objective of project management?
To achieve all project goals
What is the main difference between a project and business as usual?
Projects are temporary and unique, while business as usual is repetitive and permanent
Which of the following is a forefather of project management?
Frederick Winslow Taylor
Which project management method allows for uncertain or varied activity times?
Program Evaluation and Review Technique (PERT)
Which industry has its own specialized form of project management called construction project management?
Construction
Which organization published the original version of A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide)?
Project Management Institute (PMI)
What are the three important goals that all project management types focus on?
Time, quality, and cost
What are the four key aspects that determine the success of a project according to the 2017 study?
Plan, process, people, and power
What is the focus of benefits realization management (BRM)?
Outcomes of a project
What is the critical path method (CPM) used for?
Determining project activities schedule
Which of the following is a primary constraint in project management?
Scope
What is the main difference between a project and business as usual?
Projects focus on unique goals, while business as usual focuses on repetitive activities
What is the focus of benefits realization management (BRM)?
Realizing the intended benefits of a project
What are the three important goals that all project management types focus on?
Time, quality, and cost
What are the four key aspects that determine the success of a project according to the 2017 study?
Plan, process, people, and power
What is the focus of benefits realization management (BRM)?
Strategic alignment between project outcomes and business strategies
What is the critical path method (CPM) used for?
Determining the schedule for project activities
What is the discipline from which project management developed?
Heavy defense activity
What are the two mathematical project-scheduling models developed in the 1950s?
Critical Path Method (CPM) and Program Evaluation and Review Technique (PERT)
What industry has its own specialized form of project management called construction project management?
Construction
What is the primary author of the original version of A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide)?
William Duncan
Which of the following is NOT a primary constraint in project management?
Quality
What is the primary objective of project management?
To produce a complete project
What is the difference between a project and business as usual?
Projects focus on meeting unique goals and objectives, while business as usual focuses on producing products or services
What are the two forefathers of project management mentioned in the text?
Henry Gantt and Henri Fayol
Which project management method allows for uncertain or varied activity times?
Program Evaluation and Review Technique (PERT)
Which organization was formed in 1969 and published the original version of A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide)?
The Project Management Institute
Which industry has developed its own specialized form of project management called construction project management?
Civil Engineering
Which of the following is NOT an approach to organizing and completing project activities?
Agile
What is the focus of benefits realization management (BRM)?
Aligning project outcomes with business strategies
What is the purpose of project management templates specific to an industry?
Increase quality and lower delivery costs
What is the difference between project success and product success in the context of benefits realization management (BRM)?
Project success refers to meeting requirements, while product success refers to delivering benefits
Which of the following is NOT a key constraint in project management?
Quality
What is the primary objective of project management?
To produce a complete project
What is the main difference between a project and business as usual?
Projects are temporary, while business as usual is permanent
What are the two mathematical project-scheduling models developed in the 1950s?
Critical path method (CPM) and project evaluation and review technique (PERT)
Which industry has developed its own specialized form of project management called IT project management?
Information technology industry
Who is considered the father of planning and control techniques in project management?
Henry Gantt
What is the primary purpose of project management templates specific to an industry?
To document project-specific processes and best practices
What is the purpose of project management templates specific to an industry?
To develop and utilize repeatable templates
What is the focus of benefits realization management (BRM)?
To measure the degree to which project outcomes are being achieved
What are the four key aspects that determine the success of a project according to the 2017 study?
Plan, Process, People, Power
What is the traditional process used for predictive-based project scheduling?
Critical path method (CPM)
Study Notes
Critical Thinking
- Critical thinking is the analysis of available facts, evidence, observations, and arguments to form a judgement by applying rational, skeptical, and unbiased analyses and evaluation.
- It includes self-directed, self-disciplined, self-monitored, and self-corrective habits of the mind.
- According to the U.S. National Council for Excellence in Critical Thinking, critical thinking presupposes assent to rigorous standards of excellence and mindful command of their use in effective communication and problem-solving, and a commitment to overcome egocentrism and sociocentrism.
Definition and Characteristics
- The term 'critical' in critical thinking implies a critical attitude, discipline, and self-awareness.
- Key features of critical thinking include analysis, evaluation, and problem-solving.
- Ennis defines critical thinking as reasonable reflective thinking focused on deciding what to believe or do.
History of Critical Thinking
- The teachings of Socrates are the earliest records of critical thinking, which established that authority figures do not necessarily possess knowledge.
Project Management
- The primary objective of project management is to deliver a specific output with constraints of time, budget, and resources.
- The main difference between a project and business as usual is that a project has a specific goal, scope, and timeline, whereas business as usual is ongoing.
- The three important goals that all project management types focus on are scope, schedule, and budget.
- The four key aspects that determine the success of a project according to the 2017 study are scope, schedule, budget, and quality.
Project Management Concepts
- Critical Path Method (CPM) is used for scheduling and planning projects.
- Benefits Realization Management (BRM) focuses on ensuring that the benefits of a project are realized.
- Project management developed from the discipline of civil engineering.
- The two mathematical project-scheduling models developed in the 1950s are Program Evaluation and Review Technique (PERT) and Critical Path Method (CPM).
- Construction project management is a specialized form of project management.
Project Management Organizations and History
- The Project Management Institute (PMI) was formed in 1969 and published the original version of A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide).
- Henry Gantt is considered the father of planning and control techniques in project management.
Test your critical thinking skills and see if you have what it takes to be a rational and unbiased thinker. This quiz will challenge your ability to analyze facts, evidence, and arguments to form well-informed judgments. Sharpen your mind and become a master of critical thinking with this thought-provoking quiz.
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