Tư Duy Thông Minh: Khai Mở Tiềm Năng Tư Duy Phản Biện

Course Synopsis

In this comprehensive course, participants will develop essential critical thinking skills to navigate today's complex world effectively. Through engaging videos and interactive exercises, they will learn to identify and mitigate cognitive biases, utilize the REF method for decision-making, employ counterfactual thinking, overcome loss aversion, recognize logical fallacies, and frame arguments persuasively.

The course begins by emphasizing the importance of critical thinking in decision-making and problem-solving. Participants will explore cognitive biases and learn practical strategies to mitigate their effects, such as the REF method and counterfactual thinking.

They will also discover techniques for overcoming loss aversion, avoiding the planning fallacy, and identifying and addressing common logical fallacies in arguments. The art of framing arguments effectively will be covered, along with tips for organizing critical thinking workshops.

Throughout the course, participants will be encouraged to track their progress using decision notebooks, documenting their decision-making processes and identifying areas for improvement.

By the course's conclusion, participants will have honed their critical thinking skills, enabling them to approach complex issues with clarity, logic, and creativity. They will be empowered to make better decisions, communicate more effectively, and lead confidently in various aspects of their lives.

Learning Objectives

• Distinguishing between critical and strategic thinking

• Reducing the impact of poor judgments

• Identifying cognitive biases

• Applying counterfactual thinking

• Overcoming the hurdle of loss aversion

• Steering clear of logical fallacies

• Fostering a culture that values critical thinking

Trainer

This course will be conducted by Sean Lim from Peacemakers Consulting Services.

Who should attend?

• Professionals seeking to enhance decision-making skills: Ideal for professionals in any industry aiming to improve decision-making abilities crucial for navigating complex scenarios effectively.

• Managers and leaders looking to improve team critical thinking: Tailored for leaders seeking to cultivate a culture of analytical thinking within their teams to drive organizational success.

• Individuals interested in understanding cognitive biases and fallacies: Suited for those eager to explore how cognitive biases and logical fallacies impact decision-making and behavior.

• Anyone involved in problem-solving and analysis: Designed for individuals in roles requiring effective problem-solving and analysis, such as data analysts, project managers, consultants, and researchers.

• Students aiming to develop strong analytical abilities: Ideal for students at all educational levels seeking to enhance academic performance and prepare for future career success through improved critical thinking skills.

Educational Approach

• Combination of short but informative lectures and quizzes for review

• Use of real-world research data and case studies

Prerequisites

• No prior professional qualifications are required

Course Content:

• Introduction to Critical Thinking

  • Definition of critical thinking

  • Importance of critical thinking in decision-making

  • Overview of course objectives

• Understanding Cognitive Biases

  • Explanation of cognitive biases

  • Examples of common cognitive biases

  • Impact of cognitive biases on decision-making

• The REF Method: Evaluating Intuition

  • Explanation of the REF method (Regularity, Exposure, Feedback)

  • Application of the REF method to decision-making scenarios

  • Importance of conscious reasoning in critical thinking

• Counterfactual Thinking

  • Definition and purpose of counterfactual thinking

  • Steps to apply counterfactual thinking

  • Case studies and examples of counterfactual reasoning

• Overcoming Decision-Making Biases

  • Understanding loss aversion and its impact

  • Techniques to mitigate loss aversion in decision-making

  • Importance of separating decision process from outcome evaluation

• Identifying Logical Fallacies

  • Overview of common logical fallacies

  • Examples and explanations of each fallacy

  • Strategies to recognize and address logical fallacies in arguments

• The Art of Framing

  • Explanation of framing techniques in persuasion

  • Positive vs. negative framing

  • Gain vs. loss framing

  • Emotional framing and its impact on decision-making

• Organizing Critical Thinking Workshops

  • Planning and conducting critical thinking workshops

  • Assignments and activities to foster critical thinking skills

  • Use of mental models to stimulate intellectual curiosity

• Tracking Progress in Critical Thinking

  • Importance of tracking progress in critical thinking

  • Decision notebooks: purpose and content

  • Strategies for self-assessment and improvement