Critical Thinking Course Singapore – Creativity, Innovation and Thinking

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

“Think critically!” is a common exhortation Singaporeans are challenged with. Given the fast pace of change, the quality of our thoughts are 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 2-day “Critical Thinking” workshop will equip participants with skills for applying critical thinking that will enhance individual and organisational performance.

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 organizing
Have a mindset of being a problem-solver
Collaborate ideas and consider all factors
Know the methodologies and framework they can use

PROGRAM CONTENT

Part I: Critical Thinking – The Fundamentals

Understanding and identifying different styles of thinking
Alignment on the definition of Critical Thinking – in the context of Vision, Mission and Goals of the Organisation
Identifying the difference between creative thinking and critical thinking
Understanding the link between creative thinking and critical thinking
Contextualising the need for Critical Thinking in Organisation

Part II: Human Mind – The Bedrock of Thoughts

Understanding the 3-Function Model of our mind
1. Thinking
2. Feeling
3. Wanting
Evaluating personal thinking inclination
The power of perceptions
Arriving at rational conclusions and decisions
Linking the 3-Function Model to specific workplace situations

Part III: Critical Thinking and Art of Influencing

Art of Persuasion – Aristotle’s 3-Pronged Strategy
1. 1. Winning Minds
  2. Winning Hearts
  3. Managing Self
Communicating to Influence
1. 1. The 2 Foundations of effective communication
  2. Listening with 5 Senses
  3. Power of body language
  4. Asking powerful questions
Paul and Elder’s Standards for Critical Thinking to assess quality of thinking
Importance of clear thinking and clear language
Applying Critical Thinking to Influence and Persuade others to take ownership

Part IV: Mindset for Critical Thinking

Mindset for taking ownership for solving problems
Applying Brookfield’s Critical Thinking Framework to enhance mindset for solving problems and making decisions

Part V: Critical Thinking in Action

Converting ideas to solution thorough collaborative “buying-in” of other stakeholders for successful implementation
Consider all factors for solving problems using the Decision Making Matrix framework
Apply Critical Thinking to address different workplace situation

Part VI: Personal Action Plan