Critical & Creative Thinking C/Maj Zach Bannon

Introduction Critical Thinking Creative Thinking Definition and Importance Universal Intellectual Standards Elements of Thought Modes of Thinking Creative Thinking Meaning and Uses Tools for Creative Thinking

Critical Thinking Definition: Critical thinking is self-guided, self-disciplined thinking which attempts to reason at the highest level of quality in a fair-minded way. Uses of Critical Thinking Planning Problem Solving

Universal Intellectual Standards Purpose: Values of logic that help leaders to think critically Clarity - Accuracy Precision - Relevance Depth - Breadth Logic

Elements of Thought Every type of thinking follows basic structures known as elements of thought. Reasoning has a purpose Reasoning is an attempt to figure something out Reasoning is based on assumptions or beliefs you take for granted Reasoning has a point of view

Elements of Thought Reasoning is based on data, information, and evidence Reasoning is expressed through and shaped by concepts and ideas Reasoning contains inferences by which we draw conclusions Reasoning leads somewhere and has consequences

Modes of Thinking Modes of thinking are the skills of critical thinking Big picture thinking Focused thinking Realistic thinking Shared thinking

Creative Thinking Meaning: concentration plus imagination Uses: Planning Creating new ideas Varying it up

Tools for Creative Thinking Tools to generate Ideas: Brainstorming Mind-Mapping 5 Whys Tools to analyze a problem Reversal Headlines of the Future Flowcharts

Tools for Creative Thinking Tools to make a decision: Multi-Voting Weighted Pros & Cons Gradual Voting

Conclusion Critical thinking determines a leader’s effectiveness through: Universal intellectual standards Elements of thought Modes of thinking Creative thinking adds spice to your planning

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