We wrote 149 posts on this blog about critical thinking in 2011. We’ve covered everything from Devil’s Advocates to eating walnuts. We’ve analyzed decisions by Southwest Airlines, Zappos, Panera, Lebron James and many others. We’ve even covered the latest books and assessments on critical thinking. With only 10 days left in 2011, we thought it would be a great time to share our 30 most popular posts on critical thinking. Enjoy!
The Absence of Facts = Critical Thinking Danger
College Students Aren’t Learning Critical Thinking
Strategic Thinking vs. Strategic Planning
Reflection: The First Step of Critical Thinking
70 Questions to Boost Your Critical Thinking
Did You Ask the Right Question?
Critical Thinking Logical Fallacy: Everybody Agrees
Philip Zimbardo: Your Time Zone Influences the Way You Think
Experts Ruin Our Critical Thinking Skills
Scott Stratten Says “Stop”: Changing the Way We Think
Worst Case Scenario Strategic Thinking: Surviving a Plane Crash
3 Critical Thinking Tips to Overcome Emotional Situations
Why Does Critical Thinking Matter?
Critical Thinking eBook Now Available
Now You’re Thinking- Honoring American Heroes
You Don’t Need a Ph.D. to Think
You Disagree? Then You’re Not a Critical Thinker!
What is the RED Model of Critical Thinking?
The Latest News in Problem Solving, Decision Making, and Critical Thinking
Leaders Say Next Generation Lacks Necessary Critical Thinking Skills
With Unemployment Numbers High, Critical Thinking is the Answer
Make Critical Thinking Fun: The Zombie Apocalypse Exercise
How to Ace the Tough Interview Questions
What We Need to Get Rid of is Critical Thinking
What is the Cost of Poor Critical Thinking?
Want to Improve Your Critical Thinking? Eat Walnuts
There is no wrong way to make a peanut butter and jelly sandwich…or is there?
Editor’s Note: Breanne Harris is the Solutions Architect for Pearson TalentLens. She works with customers to design selection and development plans that incorporate critical thinking assessments and training. She has a Master’s degree in Organizational Psychology and has experience in recruiting, training, and HR consulting. Connect with her on LinkedIn and Twitter for more of her thoughts.
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