Critical Thinking: Recognizing the Power of Assumptions

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What you'll learn

Identify the three most common biases that cause assumptions
Challenge assumptions and mental shortcuts that cloud reasoning
Recognize the difference between correct and incorrect assumptions

Amendment 42-24 Authorized for use 1 January 2025 / Mandatory 1 January 2026

Description

Assumptions are so engrained in our automatic thinking, we usually don’t realize we’re making them. By consciously and actively identifying and challenging assumptions, you can eliminate the biases and stereotypes that get in the way of critical thinking. Recognizing your assumptions helps deconstruct the problem so you can find the most appropriate solution.

Objectives:

  • Identify the three most common biases that cause assumptions
  • Challenge assumptions and mental shortcuts that cloud reasoning
  • Recognize the difference between correct and incorrect assumptions

Course Features: Audio Narration, Video, Job Aids and Reference Materials


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Critical Thinking: Recognizing the Power of Assumptions

Critical Thinking: Recognizing the Power of Assumptions
Critical Thinking: Recognizing the Power of Assumptions

Assumptions are so engrained in our automatic thinking, we usually don’t realize we’re making them. By consciously and actively identifying and challenging assumptions, you can eliminate the biases and stereotypes that get in the way of critical thinking. Recognizing your assumptions helps deconstruct the problem so you can find the most appropriate solution.

Objectives:

  • Identify the three most common biases that cause assumptions
  • Challenge assumptions and mental shortcuts that cloud reasoning
  • Recognize the difference between correct and incorrect assumptions

Course Features: Audio Narration;Video;Job Aids and Reference Materials


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