Critical thinking

Session Outcome�

• You will be able to understand their decision making process better and improve on it.

Knowingly or unknowingly we critically analyze various things every day. From deciding which shirt to wear and what food to eat, we critically evaluate every decision. If we could understand the underlying principle of our decision-making process we could make better judgments.

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As a professional, one is required to critically evaluate several issues at hand every day. Decisions should be based on one’s comprehension of the topic and its judgment after carefully evaluating the details at hand.

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Although this process is more involuntary, it is possible with practice to cultivate a logical decision process which aids in an everyday professional environment.

�Understanding Critical Thinking & Logical thinking process�

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Critical thinking process starts with getting knowledge about the topic and subsequently analyzing the possibilities and its applications. It is quite possible that the source of information might be varied and hence comprehension of details is required before analysis.

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Before application, the ideas need to be synthesized. Finally, a thorough valuation of the implementation is needed.

�Understanding difference between rationale and beliefs & values�

While rationale is more logical, beliefs & values arise from societal interactions.

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While rationale is the most appropriate in the logical course of action; beliefs & values are derived from the amalgamation of small facts & tall claims and often lead to inappropriate action.

Activity

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Divide the class into two groups. An actual historical event of significance. Time will be given to both groups to come up with for or against arguments.