Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
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Critical thinking is a mode of reasoning, about any subject, content or problem in which the thinker improves the quality of his / her thinking by skilfully analysing, assessing and reconstructing it. Critical thinking is self-directed self-monitored and self-corrective thinking.
Problem Solving: Committing to an action or judgement after evaluating the facts, data or possible learning from a situation, to develop alternative courses of action that are based on logical assumptions and factual information and that take into consideration resources, constraints, and familiarity with situations
KNOWLEDGE
Recognise fundamental elements of a situation to clarify a situation
Distinguish various types of reasoning (inductive, deductive, etc.) as appropriate to the situation
Can bring experience to recognise a need to solve technical problems & Identify needs and technological responses
Identify competence gaps
Know on how to make decisions with limited data and information
Determine relevant devices or mediums to identify technical problems and find solutions
SKILLS
Examine the facts and make assumptions, attentive to the subject matter or goal at all times (possibly a young person)
Evaluate, interpret and integrate information
Interpret information and draw conclusions based on the best analysis
Reflect critically on learning experiences and processes
Use questioning techniques to clarify points of view and lead to better solutions
Negotiate, compromise and find balance in order to derive decisions
Demonstrate own expertise to coach others, ability to reflect, evaluate and test in order to find a solution.
Organised, Attention to Detail
Appraise technical problems and resolve using appropriate solutions
ATTITUDE
Solve different kinds of non-familiar problems in both conventional and innovative ways
Maintain a curious, critical mindset
Unbiased and fair, acknowledges change and strives for a solution
Value sharing of information
Prepare to make best decision possible based on available info / data
Confident in own knowledge, so as to contribute
Take the stance of “the beginner mindset” in order to ask questions and understand issues at hand, in order to identify hidden needs that should be addressed
Follows through and competes tasks fully
Think in a reflective way with self improvement in mind for progression
BEHAVIOUR
Prepare tasks, solution focused.
Use technology as a tool for efficient and effective problem solving
Reason in a way that is Consistent, reflective, balanced and supportive
Willing to make a decision despite having limited data / information available
Willing to be wrong in order to learn
Can be conventional and unconventional as well as innovative in seeking ways to solve problems
Anticipate and present change positively
Upholds a resilient manner continuing to make efforts to achieve best outcomes
Makes solid attempts to be on track for the subject matter.
Creatively use digital technologies,
