ED116 - Critical Thinking Processes and Applications
Facilitator: Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
The majority of careers require the ability to think critically and problem solve at one level or another. Employers seek individuals who can think independently, propose solutions and solve problems. The content in this course provides the foundation for critical thinking and for how people with different interests, abilities and aptitudes approach problem solving. The course covers the different kinds of intelligence and how they impact critical thinking, for a broader understanding of how people process solutions to problems. It concludes with step-by-step instructions for helping students develop and refine their own critical thinking skills.
Course Reviews
Course Structure
Course Format
- Can Start Anytime
- Self-paced (within course enrollment timeframe)
- Faculty Support (facilitator/coach)
Course Length
- 4 Hours of Activities
- 4 Weeks to Complete the Course
- Can Finish Faster
Completion Requirements
- Study Course Content
- Participate in Forum Discussions *
- Pass ALL Required Quizzes
- Complete Online Course Survey
* You are required to participate in the course forum. We will assess the level of your discussion activity in the forum and may request an additional opportunity to engage you further in the discussion process prior to your certificate being awarded.
Technology Requirements
- A Web browser with JavaScript and cookies enabled
- Adobe Flash Player
- Speakers or headphones
Course Objectives
Module 1: The Value of Critical Thinking
- Define critical thinking.
- Identify the value of critical thinking.
- Develop strategies for becoming a critical thinker.
- Recognize how logic impacts decision-making.
- Describe critical thinking components.
Module 2: Characteristics of a Critical Thinker
- Understand the steps needed for critical thinking.
- Describe how discipline aids in critical thinking.
- Use reasoning in the solving of problems.
- Recognize questioning as a learning technique.
- Identify judgment strategies.
Module 3: Creative Problem Solving Analytical Thinking
- Define how different intelligences are measured.
- Create methods for using different intelligences.
- Recognize the role different intelligences play in decision-making.
- Describe creativity in relation to critical thinking.
- Formulate strategies for the development of reflective thought.
Module 4: Problem Solving Steps
- Describe the problem defining process.
- Analyze problem components.
- Select solution options.
- Develop a plan of action for problem solving.
- Evaluate the results of the problem solving effort.
Certificate/CEUs
Completion of this Course:
- Certificate of Completion
- 4 Hours of Continuing Education
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