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Thinking is a natural process and we cannot avoid it but we can definitely change our
way of thinking. It is our brain which processes our thoughts when we look at any situation,
object, data, person etc. We have a set of preinstalled assumptions, reasons, logics biases which
construct our thoughts and we can definitely change or control them to build an effective
thinking skill which is called Critical Thinking. Critical Thinking is the ability to think clearly
and rationally, comprehending the logical connection in a situation. It has been the subject of
much thought for a lot of centuries and has continued to be a subject of discussion in today’s
modern world. This Critical Thinking Training Program provides you the mindset needed to see
a situation in a completely different way and will help you in making effective decisions based
Course Objectives
Upon completing this ‘Critical Thinking Training Program’ successfully, participants will
be able to:
This Critical Thinking Training Program will comprise the following training methods:
1. Lectures
3. Assignments
4. Group Discussions
5. Case Studies
Course Outline
1. Chapter 1: Introduction- Critical Thinking
3. CHAPTER 3: Reasoning
What is logic?
Importance of Thinking Logically
Inductive Reasoning
Deductive Reasoning
Impact of Logics in Critical Thinking
CHAPTER 5: Statements and Arguments
What is a Statement?
What is the Argument?
Understanding Assumption
Conclusion
CHAPTER 6: Six Thinking Hats Model
Introduction
White Hat
Red Hat
Black Hat
Yellow Hat
Blue Hat
Green Hat
Application of 6 Hats Tool
CHAPTER 7: Cognitive Bias
Comprehension
Identification
Evaluation
Inference
Explanation
Self- Assessment
CHAPTER 9: Time to Apply
Current study was conducted to evaluate the effect of critical thinking skills and
reflective practices on students’ higher order thinking skills at undergraduate level. . Relevant
studies on different aspects of the present study conducted both nationally or internationally were
searched and reviewed. Review of research studies highlighted the research questions answered,
methodology used and gaps in the previous researches and also the need for further research.
Literature provided the insight and direction of the research problem needs further investigation.
The relevant studies also helped the researcher to avoid the duplication of any previous research
done and choose appropriate methodology to conduct study. Review of relevant literature not
only provides the theoretical background of the study, it also gives researcher knowledge and
understanding of work done in the field so far. Literature review section is focused on concept,
of Critical thinking, Reflective Practices and Higher Order thinking skills, The aim of the present
study is to form a conceptual framework for critical thinking studies by defining terms and sub-
components of critical thinking and highlighting potential key points of such studies. Review of
mentioned studies will facilitate the reader in understanding the attainment model of concept