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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?
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?
- Plato
- Richard W. Paul (correct)
- Athens
- Socrates
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?
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?
- Rational analysis
- Unbiased assessment
- Egocentric thinking (correct)
- Skeptical evaluation
According to the text, who indicated that the teachings of Socrates are the earliest records of critical thinking?
According to the text, who indicated that the teachings of Socrates are the earliest records of critical thinking?
- Richard W. Paul
- Plato (correct)
- Socrates
- Athens
According to the text, what did Socrates establish about authority figures and knowledge?
According to the text, what did Socrates establish about authority figures and knowledge?
What is the definition of critical thinking according to the U.S. National Council for Excellence in Critical Thinking?
What is the definition of critical thinking according to the U.S. National Council for Excellence in Critical Thinking?
What does the term 'critical' in critical thinking imply?
What does the term 'critical' in critical thinking imply?
What are the key features of critical thinking according to the text?
What are the key features of critical thinking according to the text?
Which of the following is NOT a quality or process included in contemporary definitions of critical thinking?
Which of the following is NOT a quality or process included in contemporary definitions of critical thinking?
According to Ennis, what is critical thinking?
According to Ennis, what is critical thinking?
What is the 'first wave' of critical thinking characterized by?
What is the 'first wave' of critical thinking characterized by?
What is deduction in logical reasoning?
What is deduction in logical reasoning?
Which of the following is a primary constraint in project management?
Which of the following is a primary constraint in project management?
What is the objective of project management?
What is the objective of project management?
What is the main difference between a project and business as usual?
What is the main difference between a project and business as usual?
Which of the following is a forefather of project management?
Which of the following is a forefather of project management?
Which project management method allows for uncertain or varied activity times?
Which project management method allows for uncertain or varied activity times?
Which industry has its own specialized form of project management called construction project management?
Which industry has its own specialized form of project management called construction project management?
Which organization published the original version of A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide)?
Which organization published the original version of A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide)?
What are the three important goals that all project management types focus on?
What are the three important goals that all project management types focus on?
What are the four key aspects that determine the success of a project according to the 2017 study?
What are the four key aspects that determine the success of a project according to the 2017 study?
What is the focus of benefits realization management (BRM)?
What is the focus of benefits realization management (BRM)?
What is the critical path method (CPM) used for?
What is the critical path method (CPM) used for?
Which of the following is a primary constraint in project management?
Which of the following is a primary constraint in project management?
What is the main difference between a project and business as usual?
What is the main difference between a project and business as usual?
What is the focus of benefits realization management (BRM)?
What is the focus of benefits realization management (BRM)?
What are the three important goals that all project management types focus on?
What are the three important goals that all project management types focus on?
What are the four key aspects that determine the success of a project according to the 2017 study?
What are the four key aspects that determine the success of a project according to the 2017 study?
What is the focus of benefits realization management (BRM)?
What is the focus of benefits realization management (BRM)?
What is the critical path method (CPM) used for?
What is the critical path method (CPM) used for?
What is the discipline from which project management developed?
What is the discipline from which project management developed?
What are the two mathematical project-scheduling models developed in the 1950s?
What are the two mathematical project-scheduling models developed in the 1950s?
What industry has its own specialized form of project management called construction project management?
What industry has its own specialized form of project management called construction project management?
What is the primary author of the original version of A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide)?
What is the primary author of the original version of A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide)?
Which of the following is NOT a primary constraint in project management?
Which of the following is NOT a primary constraint in project management?
What is the primary objective of project management?
What is the primary objective of project management?
What is the difference between a project and business as usual?
What is the difference between a project and business as usual?
What are the two forefathers of project management mentioned in the text?
What are the two forefathers of project management mentioned in the text?
Which project management method allows for uncertain or varied activity times?
Which project management method allows for uncertain or varied activity times?
Which organization was formed in 1969 and published the original version of A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide)?
Which organization was formed in 1969 and published the original version of A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide)?
Which industry has developed its own specialized form of project management called construction project management?
Which industry has developed its own specialized form of project management called construction project management?
Which of the following is NOT an approach to organizing and completing project activities?
Which of the following is NOT an approach to organizing and completing project activities?
What is the focus of benefits realization management (BRM)?
What is the focus of benefits realization management (BRM)?
What is the purpose of project management templates specific to an industry?
What is the purpose of project management templates specific to an industry?
What is the difference between project success and product success in the context of benefits realization management (BRM)?
What is the difference between project success and product success in the context of benefits realization management (BRM)?
Which of the following is NOT a key constraint in project management?
Which of the following is NOT a key constraint in project management?
What is the primary objective of project management?
What is the primary objective of project management?
What is the main difference between a project and business as usual?
What is the main difference between a project and business as usual?
What are the two mathematical project-scheduling models developed in the 1950s?
What are the two mathematical project-scheduling models developed in the 1950s?
Which industry has developed its own specialized form of project management called IT project management?
Which industry has developed its own specialized form of project management called IT project management?
Who is considered the father of planning and control techniques in project management?
Who is considered the father of planning and control techniques in project management?
What is the primary purpose of project management templates specific to an industry?
What is the primary purpose of project management templates specific to an industry?
What is the purpose of project management templates specific to an industry?
What is the purpose of project management templates specific to an industry?
What is the focus of benefits realization management (BRM)?
What is the focus of benefits realization management (BRM)?
What are the four key aspects that determine the success of a project according to the 2017 study?
What are the four key aspects that determine the success of a project according to the 2017 study?
What is the traditional process used for predictive-based project scheduling?
What is the traditional process used for predictive-based project scheduling?
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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.
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