ED116 - Critical Thinking Processes and Applications

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 demonstrates 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 Rating
"Fabulous and Informative!"
"This was an excellent course. One of the courses I teach is Human Growth and Development Across the Life span, and this course made some of the topics much more clearer and easier to understand."
"I found this course exciting, and learned a great deal."
"I have a MEd in Higher Ed. This course is great, especially for instructors who have no educational background. Thanks!!"
"This course was extremely interesting and valuable for me as an educator."
"I really enjoyed this class. The information is practical and informative and can be used in the classroom and everyday life. "
"Thank you for continuing to offer "self-enhancing" opportunities for improving classroom instruction choices and applications."
"I enjoyed the course and it helped my understanding of critical thinking. It will definitely help me be a more effective instructor."
"I really liked this course! Useful, reflective, and practical in many ways. "
"The course was very applicable to my teaching assignment. I will challenge my students by asking more critical thinking questions after developing fundamental concepts."
"Reflective thinking is a valuable tool in critical thinking skills development. This course is very important for an instructor to assist students in their critical thinking development."
"Excellent content and delivery that was self paced."

Course Structure


Course Format

  • Can Start Anytime
  • Self-paced (within course enrollment timeframe)
  • 4 Hours of Activities

Completion Requirements

  • Study Course Content
  • Pass ALL Required Quizzes

Certificate of Completion

  • 4 Hours of Continuing Education
  • Available for download at the end of the course

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 Through 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.

Module 5: Community TV

  • NA

Lounge Group


This course provides you with a lifelong peer-to-peer learning opportunity through a specific Performance Group created within the Career College Lounge, a learning community of career college professionals. This allows you to learn and share with your peers at any time you want, even after you complete the course.

Go to the Performance Group for this Course

How to Enroll

  1. Buy Enrollment Keys

  2. Enter an enrollment key in the field above.

  3. Click "Enroll".