1. Thinking Master Student Map
Chapter Seven
Thinking
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2. Why this chapter matters …
The ability to think helps you succeed in school and promotes many skills that transfer to the workplace—including reading, writing, speaking, and listening.
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3. What is included … Critical thinking: A survival skill
Becoming a critical thinker
Attitudes, affirmations, and visualizations
Gaining skill at decision making
Four ways to solve problems
Finding “aha!”: Creativity fuels critical thinking
Ways to create ideas
Uncovering assumptions
Ways to fool yourself: Common mistakes in logic
Thinking critically about information on the Internet
Overcome stereotypes with critical thinking
Thinking critically about career planning
Making ethical decisions at work
Power Process: “Find a bigger problem”
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4. How you can use this chapter …
Learn to create and refine ideas.
Choose attitudes that promote your success.
Avoid common mistakes in thinking.
Enhance your success in problem solving.
Apply thinking skills to practical decisions such as career planning and ethical choices .
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5. As you read, ask yourself: What if …
… I could solve problems more creatively and make decisions in every area of life with more confidence?
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