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Duration 1 Days 6 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is intended for individuals who want to become more rational and disciplined thinkers. Overview Upon successful completion of this course, students will boost their performance with an increase in their decision-making ability. In this course, students will learn develop their ability to analyze and evaluate information. 1 - GETTING STARTED * Icebreaker * Housekeeping Items * The Parking Lot * Workshop Objectives 2 - COMPONENTS OF CRITICAL THINKING * Applying Reason * Open Mindedness * Analysis * Logic * Case Study 3 - NON-LINEAR THINKING * Step Out of Your Comfort Zone * Don't Jump to Conclusions * Expect and Initiate Change * Being Ready to Adapt * Case Study 4 - LOGICAL THINKING * Ask the Right Questions * Organize the Data * Evaluate the Information * Draw Conclusions * Case Study 5 - CRITICAL THINKERS (I) * Active Listening * Be Curious * Be Disciplined * Be Humble * Case Study 6 - CRITICAL THINKERS (II) * Seeing the Big Picture * Objectivity * Using Your Emotions * Being Self-Aware * Case Study 7 - EVALUATE INFORMATION * Making Assumptions * Watch out for Bias * Ask Clarifying Questions * SWOT Analysis * Case Study 8 - BENEFITS OF CRITICAL THINKING * Being More Persuasive * Better Communication * Better Problem Solving * Increased Emotional Intelligence * Case Study 9 - CHANGING YOUR PERSPECTIVE * Limitations of Your Point of View * Considering Others Viewpoint * Influences on Bias * When New Information Arrives * Case Study 10 - PROBLEM SOLVING * Identify Inconsistencies * Trust Your Instincts * Asking Why? * Evaluate the Solution(s) * Case Study 11 - PUTTING IT ALL TOGETHER * Retaining Your New Skills * Reflect and Learn From Mistakes * Always Ask Questions * Practicing Critical Thinking * Case Study 12 - WRAPPING UP * Words from the Wise * Review of Parking Lot * Lessons Learned * Completion of Action Plans and Evaluations

OVERVIEW -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We encounter lots of incidents every day at home or at work in which we need to think deeply about our decisions. Making the right choice not only saves time but also saves money and makes everyone happy. In this course, participants will learn how to refine their intuitions in order to make them trustable. Critical thinking and analysis will be a practice and habit for them and they will find themselves subconsciously using them. They will learn how to make sensible conclusions out of the data they managed to gather. 

OVERVIEW -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- When it comes to a complex decision-making process, we are always confronted with problems that require us to take an efficient decision. It involves prioritising our work, understanding the failure of the process and deciding how to resolve the issue. All these things require a realistic approach to problem-solving.  This course will enable us to learn how to be inventive, logical decision maker by understanding the principles behind critical thinking and the tools used to consistently identify and select the best decision among multiple alternatives.  

Whether it is for your personal development, your own career or your business, this life-changing training is for everyone who would like to develop their skills such as communication, confidence, entrepreneurial thinking, flow-state and creativity – the future skills every human needs to master.

Tools and techniques to make solving problems and decision-making a breeze!

CPD Accredited, Interactive Short Course * 2 or 3.5 hour hr sessions * What are the autistic spectrum disorder, autism and asperger's syndrome? * How can you best understand, and thus help, those affected? Course Contents of the shorter course: * What is ASD * Autism and Asperger's Syndrome * Understanding those on the Spectrum * How to approach and help those on the Autistic Spectrum * Great for teachers and TAs in schools, and for those working in care with older people with ASD BENEFITS OF THIS SHORT COURSE: * About 1% of the population is thought to be on the Autistic Spectrum * That is several children per nursery and primary school and a significant amount of young people in secondary schools * Many with Asperger's Syndrome will also go to university * The way they experience the world is very different to 'neuro-typical' people * Understanding their condition helps to support them and give them the best chance

Duration 2 Days 12 CPD hours This course is intended for Professionals who want to make the best decisions and develop creative and elegant solutions to challenging problems will benefit from this course. Overview Enable you to evaluate, identify, and distinguish between relevant and irrelevant information Engage critical thinking through curiosity and your ability to ask good questions Apply the eight best practices of critical thinking in practice Leverage open-mindedness to become more receptive and highly tuned for new ideas Students will learn to explore challenges, defy incorrect assumptions, and look at things with new and differing perspectives, incorporating these insights into your thought processes, and enabling them to find solutions to even the most difficult tasks. Private classes on this topic are available. We can address your organization?s issues, time constraints, and save you money, too. Contact us to find out how. 1. THE CHALLENGES OF MODERN THINKING * Becoming a Rational Thinker * Critical Thinking in Application * Applying Reason * Developing Open-Mindedness * Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone * Avoiding Jumping to Conclusions * Expecting and Initiating Change * Being Ready to Adapt * Thinking Logically 2. CRITICAL THINKING BEST PRACTICES * Listening Actively * Evaluating Information * Making Assumptions * Watching Out for Bias * Asking Clarifying Questions * Performing SWOT Analysis * Benefitting from Critical Thinking 3. PUTTING IT ALL TOGETHER * Changing Your Perspective * Considering Other Viewpoints * Dealing with New Information * Solving Problems * Identifying Inconsistencies * Asking Why * Evaluating the Solution * Retaining Your New Skills * Reflecting and Learning from Mistakes * Asking Questions on an Ongoing Basis ADDITIONAL COURSE DETAILS: Nexus Humans Thinking with Critical Insight training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the Thinking with Critical Insight course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

Unlocking Success in GCSE Geography! At GLA Tutors, we are dedicated to helping students excel in their GCSE Geography examinations. Our experienced tutors are passionate about the subject and committed to providing comprehensive support tailored to the AQA examination board's specification. Let's dive into the breakdown of the AQA GCSE Geography specification: Paper 1: Living with the Physical Environment This paper focuses on understanding natural landscapes, such as rivers, coasts, and ecosystems. Our tutors will guide students through topics like the water cycle, coastal processes, and the impact of climate change. We offer in-depth explanations, interactive activities, and exam-style practice to build a solid foundation. Paper 2: Challenges in the Human Environment This paper explores the relationship between humans and their environment, including urban areas, development, and global issues. Our tutors will delve into concepts like population dynamics, urbanisation, sustainable development, and global inequalities. Through engaging discussions and real-world examples, we help students grasp the complexities of human geography. Paper 3: Geographical Applications In this paper, students apply their geographical skills to investigate real-world issues and carry out fieldwork. Our tutors will guide students through the process of designing and conducting fieldwork, collecting and analysing data, and presenting their findings. We provide practical guidance, research resources, and feedback to develop strong investigative skills. At GLA Tutors we go beyond the specification to nurture a deep understanding of geography. Our tutors create a supportive and engaging learning environment that encourages critical thinking, analysis, and effective exam techniques. We offer personalised one-on-one sessions, group discussions, and access to a range of learning materials to cater to each student's needs. Whether it's understanding the intricacies of physical processes or analysing the complexities of human interactions, our tutors are here to guide students towards success in their GCSE Geography journey. Join us and unlock your full potential in GCSE Geography! Feel free to explore our website [https://www.globallearners.academy/services/gcse] for more information or reach out to us with any questions you may have. Let's embark on this exciting learning adventure together!  https://www.globallearners.academy/services/gcse [https://www.globallearners.academy/services/gcse] We can provide assistance for everything you need to prepare students for exams, including: * past papers, mark schemes and examiners’ reports * specimen papers and mark schemes for new courses * exemplar student answers with examiner commentaries * high quality revision guides

"Midlife Opportunities Revealed!" is an interactive workshop that supports examining one's midlife to uncover hidden potential and open one's mind to hidden options and opportunities.

This is an essential programme for managers or members of staff (or students) who need to be able to read and summarise information on screen faster and more effectively. The session focuses on the different types of reading style and encourages better retention of written material through the use of specific speed-reading techniques. By the end of this programme participants will be able to: * Explain the principles of speed reading * Understand the barriers to reading * Use different reading styles according to the information being read * Read more effectively from tablet and computer screens * Co-ordinate eye movements better * Minimise any poor reading habits * Increase reading speed by over 50%, without losing comprehension * Improve retention of information using specific techniques The programme focuses on how to maximise reading from electronic devices by exploring techniques which will reduce eyestrain and improve reading effectiveness. The session also explains different types of reading styles and how to learn new, positive reading habits. 1 AN INTRODUCTION TO SPEED READING * The history of speed reading * Assumptions about reading * The process of reading * Schema and its influence on interpretation * Eye/brain relationship * How our brain processes written information 2 MINIMISING BARRIERS TO READING * Understanding eye tics * Mouthing * The influence of different light sources * Body clocks and making use of natural patterns 3 READING STYLES * Importance of choosing the right reading style * Speeds and their influence on retention * Reading for pleasure * Proof reading * Scanning * Skimming * Reading for retention * SQRW principles 4 READING FROM ELECTRONIC DEVICES * The challenge of reading from screens * Importance of breaks and proper display screen evaluation * Calibrating screens and background colours * Formatting documents * Using eye guides