Critical Thinking, Problem Solving & Decision Making

In a world inundated with information and choices, mastering critical thinking is essential for navigating through conflicting ideas and making informed decisions. AverNoble's Critical Thinking Training Course equips individuals with practical tools to evaluate arguments, assess perspectives, and make sound decisions. The program covers left and right brain thinking, emotional detachment in decision-making, and honing critical questioning skills. Additionally, AverNoble's Problem Solving and Decision-Making course provides a structured approach to identify, research, and assess options, making the decision-making process more manageable and effective.

Course Modules

• Understanding Critical Thinking
• Where Do Other Types of Thinking Fit In?
• Pitfalls to Reasoned Decision Making
• The Critical Thinking Process
• A Critical Thinker’s Skill Set
• Creating Explanations
• Dealing with Assumptions
• Common Sense
• Critical and Creative Thought Systems
• Putting It Into Practice
• Making Decisions
• Getting Real
• The Problem-Solving Model
• Making Good Group Decisions
• Analysing and Selecting Solutions
• Planning and Organizing

Learning Objectives

During the course, participants will learn to:

• Define critical and non-critical thinking and apply structured problem-solving steps and tools;
• Identify personal critical thinking styles, including strengths and areas for improvement;
• Understand different thinking styles, including left-brain, right-brain, and whole-brain thinking;
• Apply the critical thinking process to build, analyse, and evaluate arguments;
• Enhance key critical thinking skills such as active listening and effective questioning;
• Use analytical frameworks alongside creative thinking techniques;
• Prepare and present clear, logical, and persuasive arguments;
• Analyse information to accurately define problems and identify suitable solutions;
• Select the most appropriate decision-making approaches;
• Develop actionable plans to implement, evaluate, and follow up on decisions.