Critical and Creative Thinking Level 2

Entry Requirements

School leaving standard of education is recommended. For online lessons, learners need to have an understanding on how to use a computer.

Duration

8-week course with 3 contact hours per week.

Learning Outcomes

Expected learning outcomes for this course include:

• Understanding of the relationship between creative thinking (generating ideas) and critical thinking (evaluating and refining ideas)
• Understanding of the common myths about thinking, including the belief that people are either “creative” or “analytical”
• Understanding of the cognitive biases, assumptions, and mental shortcuts that block or distort good thinking
• Understanding of the social and emotional factors that influence thinking, such as fear of judgement, group dynamics, and overconfidence
• Understanding of the practical critical thinking frameworks for analysing arguments, evaluating evidence, and identifying flawed reasoning
• Understanding of the practical creative thinking frameworks that support idea generation, reframing problems, and exploring alternatives
• Understanding of the development of metacognitive skills (awareness and regulation of one’s own thinking processes)
• Understanding how thinking changes in group and collaborative settings, including strategies for constructive dialogue and idea generation in group settings.
• Understanding of the application of creative and critical thinking to realistic scenarios
• Understanding of the opportunities to integrate both modes of thinking through interactive challenges and reflective activities

Delivery Method

Online

Certification/Award

A letter of attendance will be issued to learners who attend at least 80% of the course.

Progression to Further Education

Additional Note

Language of Instruction

Bilingual