PROGRAMME OVERVIEW
“Think critically!” is a common exhortation Singaporeans are challenged with. Given the fast pace of change, the quality of our thoughts is vital in addressing complex challenges that change brings about. Consciously thinking about how we think will enable us to rationally solve complex problems and make strategic decisions. This workshop, known as the Critical Thinking Course Singapore, will equip participants with skills for applying critical thinking that will enhance individual and organisational performance.
TARGET AUDIENCE
All Staff
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
- Describe how to apply Brookfield’s 5-Phase Critical Thinking Framework
- Understand and identify different styles of thinking
- Identify how to challenge assumptions and expand perceptions about different situations
- Arrive at better conclusions and decisions
- Influence and persuade others with clear thinking and clear language
- Move from idea to solution through pulling others into the implementation
- Run through a thinking situation – problem solving and design, coping and organising
- Have a mindset of a problem-solver
- Collaborate ideas and consider all factors
- Know the methodologies and framework they can use
DURATION
1 day/2 days
CONTENTS
I. Critical Thinking – The Fundamentals
- Understanding different styles of thinking
- Alignment on definition of Critical Thinking with organisation’s Goal
- Identifying and understanding link between creative and critical thinking
- Contextualising the need for Critical Thinking in the organisation
II. Human Mind – The Bedrock of Thoughts
- Understanding the 3-Function Model of our mind: Thinking, Feeling, Wanting
- Evaluating personal thinking inclination
- The power of perceptions
- Making rational conclusions and decisions
- Linking the 3-Function Model to specific workplace situations
III. Critical Thinking and Art of Influencing
- Art of Persuasion
- Communicating to Influence
- Paul and Elder’s Standards for Critical Thinking to assess quality of thinking
- Importance of clear thinking and language
- Applying Critical Thinking to influence and persuade others to take ownership
IV. Mindset for Critical Thinking
- Taking ownership of solving problems
- Applying Brookfield’s Critical Thinking Framework to enhance mindset
V. Critical Thinking in Action
- Converting ideas to solution
- Considering all factors when solving problems
- Applying Critical Thinking to address different workplace situations
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