Essential Training

• 5 Hours of Training (Available for 30 Days from Start Date)

• Online-On Demand Training Content -- Asynchronous

• Available 24/7 (Internet Connection Required)

• Includes Videos, Quizzes, & Final Exam

• PDF’s of Presentation Handouts Included

• 80% Required on All Quizzes prior to Unlocking Final Exam

• 2 Hour Final Exam; 80% Required to Pass

Topics Covered:

• Critical Thinking Basics: Benefits, Definitions, Role in Decision Making & Problem Solving

• Components & Competencies of Critical Thinking

• Understanding & Breaking Down Arguments (Deciding What to Believe)

• Obstacles to Critical Thinking: Biases, Fallacies & Resistance

• Approaches to Critical Thinking & Intelligent Decision Making

Key Takeaways:

• Learn Why Critical Thinking is Important

• Learn how to use Facts & Logic to Make Solid Decisions

• Become Aware of Fallacies and Biases that Hinder Good Decisions

• How to Seek Out & Analyze Information and Logically Evaluate & Choose Between Alternatives

• Learn to Think Strategically and Make Effective Decisions

Who Should Attend:

Critical thinking is a core skill needed for every single level in an organization from top to bottom. It should start with executive leadership and engineering, process improvement, quality; then middle management and front line leaders, then finally staff and other employees. Without critical thinking, logical decisions are less abundant and progress is much slower.