Creativity, Critical Thinking & Problem Solving


OBJECTIVES

During this Critical Thinking & Problem Solving  training course, participants will develop the following competencies:

  • Recognising when to use critical thinking in business situations
  • Thinking clearly and solving problems rationally
  • Analysing information from diverse sources in solving problems
  • Developing, evaluating and selecting new ideas
  • Critical self-reflection and self-evaluation for justifying decisions

Outline

Becoming a Critical Thinker
  • Definitions of Critical Thinking - rational, sceptical, unbiased analysis, evaluation of factual evidence
  • The Skills We Need for Critical Thinking
  • Key Traits of Critical Thinkers
  • Improving Critical Thinking Skills
  • Developing the Ability to Reason Logically and Rationally
  • How to Engage in Reflective and Independent Thinking
  • Assessing our Critical Thinking Abilities
  • Complimentary Thinking Skills including Creativity
  • Using the Cognitive Reflection Test
 
Taking a Systematic Approach to Problem Solving
  • Identifying and Articulating the Challenge - issue or problem to be resolved
  • The Main Problem Solving Models
  • Identifying Possible Solutions using the CREATE Model
  • Implementing Solutions using Analysis and Prioritisation Tools
  • Overcoming Obstacles to Solving Problems
  • Winning Support for Your Preferred Solution
  • Problem Solving Techniques for Individuals
  • Problems Solving Techniques for Team
 
Understanding Your Personal Preferences
  • Assessing Your Preferred Approach to Thinking
  • Enhancing Whole-Brain Thinking – left and right brain
  • Recognising and Adapting to the Preferred Thinking Styles of Colleagues and Team Members
  • Exploring Your Creativity
  • Identifying the Things that Stimulate Your Creativity
  • Eliminating Personal Barriers to Innovation
  • Stretching Outside Your Personal Style
 
Skills for Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
  • Recording the Creative Process using Mind Maps, Concept Charts, Flow Charts, Triangulation and Meta-thinking
  • Building Knowledge with Data and Information Blocks
  • Tools and Techniques to Become More Creative
  • Critical Reading Skills and Practices
  • Speaking and Listening Critically
  • Reasoning and Arguing Logically
  • Using Words to Influence and Persuade
  • Presenting Evidence and Justifying Opinions and Advice
 
Applying Critical Thinking in Your Team
  • Encouraging Group Creative Thinking
  • Brainstorming Options for Use in Teams
  • How to Challenge Assumptions in Constructive Ways
  • Ensuring Teams Avoid Group Think
  • Encouraging Critical Thinking among Team Members
  • Developing a Personal Action Plan based on Your Strengths and Areas for Development Identified during this Programme

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من 09-12-2024    الى 13-12-2024