Critical Thinking Training
Course
Online
Description
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Type
Course
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Methodology
Online
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Duration
Flexible
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Start date
Different dates available
The answer lies in critical thinking skills. The ability to clearly reason through problems and to present arguments in a logical, compelling way has become a key skill for survival in today’s world. This Critical Thinking Training will give you some practical tools and hands-on experience with critical thinking and problem solving.
This self-paced programme is available 24/7 providing you with the flexibility to train at the pace, location and time of your choosing. Accredited certificate from Ofqual's registered awarding body can be claimed on course completion. College registration, tutor support, course materials and additional supporting material are all included in the course fee.
In today’s society, many people experience information overload. We are bombarded with messages to believe various ideas, purchase things, support causes, and lead our lifestyle in a particular way. How do you know what to believe? How do you separate the truth from the myths?
What Will Students Learn?
Define critical and non-critical thinking
Identify your critical thinking style(s), including areas of strength and improvement
Describe other thinking styles, including left/right brain thinking and whole-brain thinking
Work through the critical thinking process to build or analyze arguments
Develop and evaluate explanations
Improve key critical thinking skills
Use analytical thought systems and creative thinking techniques
Prepare and present powerful arguments
Important information
Price for Emagister users: On course completion students can claim accredited certificate by paying £79 accreditation fee. Certificate postal charges will be £9.
Facilities
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About this course
There is no particular entry requirement. We do not ask for any previous qualification or experience. Students of all age and academic background can enrol on this course.
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Subjects
- Critical Theory
- Marketing Strategy
- Materials
- Systems
- Critical Care
- Management Planning
- Critical Thinking
- Training evaluation
- Training planning
- Critical
Teachers and trainers (1)
STS Tutor
Tutor
Course programme
Course Syllabus
Unit 1
Understanding Critical Thinking
The unit 1 covers the following topics:
- Defining Critical Thinking
- Characteristics of a Critical Thinker
- Common Critical Thinking Styles
- Left- and Right-Brain Thinking
- Whole-Brain Thinking
Unit 2
The Critical Thinking Process
The unit 2 covers the following topics:
- The Critical Thinking Model
- The Standards of Critical Thinking
- Checking Credibility and Consistency
- A Critical Thinker’s Skill Set
- Probing Techniques
- Active Listening Skills
- Explanations and Arguments
- Steps to Building an Explanation
- Dealing with Assumptions
Unit 3
Critical and Creative Thought Systems
The unit 3 covers the following topics:
- Techniques for Thinking Creatively
- DeBono’s Thinking Hats
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Course Benefits:
- Full Tutor Support
- Self paced, no fixed schedules
- Available to students anywhere in the world
- 24/7 Access to the LMS ( Learning Management System )
- Easy to understand quality e-learning study materials
- The benefit of applying for NUS extra Discount Card.
Course Material
All course materials are included in the course price. All your study material will be available on our learning management system for which you will get access once you are enrolled. The material can be downloaded and printed as well.
Our distance learning course materials are specially written for home study and contain a wealth of knowledge in easy to understand language. We use variety of media to help you learn. Your course may use any of the following different media which you can use from home or where ever you choose to study:
- Online course materials
- Question papers
- Additional Supporting Material
- Useful Links
Course assessment
You will be continually assessed throughout the course. Your assignment will be marked by your tutor and independently moderated. The feedback on your assignment will then be sent to you. On receipt of this, you may wish to contact your tutor to discuss the feedback.
Tutor Support
When you enrol on a course with Staff Training Solutions you are allocated your personal tutor. Tutor’s help and support will be available throughout your studies with the college. He/she will assess your work and will provide you with regular feedback on your progress.
Critical Thinking Training