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Critical Thinking 101 - Course Package

Course Overview

This comprehensive course is designed to bridge educational gaps in critical thinking skills that are often overlooked by traditional schooling. The course focuses on practical skills essential for thriving in the 21st century, particularly in navigating information, making sound judgments, and engaging thoughtfully with complex issues.

Course Structure

  • Total Duration: 3 hours
  • Format: 10 lessons, each 20 minutes long
  • Style: Text-based with suggestions for interactive elements and infographics
  • Tone: Slightly irreverent and conversational to keep material engaging

Course Contents

Introduction

Core Lessons

  1. Recognising Assumptions: The Invisible Foundations of Thinking
  2. Evaluating Evidence: Separating Fact from Fiction
  3. Spotting Logical Fallacies: Common Reasoning Errors
  4. The Art of Questioning: Asking What Matters
  5. Understanding Cognitive Biases: The Shortcuts That Trick Our Minds
  6. Analyzing Arguments: Structure, Strength, and Validity
  7. Critical Thinking in the Digital Age: Navigating Information Online
  8. Emotional Intelligence in Critical Thinking: Managing Biases and Triggers

Capstone

Supplementary Materials

Checklists

Cheat Sheets

Templates

Implementation Notes

  • Each lesson is designed to be completed in approximately 20 minutes
  • Checklists and cheat sheets can be provided to learners as downloadable resources
  • Templates are intended for practical application of critical thinking skills
  • Graphics and interactive elements should be added during implementation to enhance engagement
  • A survey link should be provided at the bottom of each lesson for learner feedback