Critical Thinking
Learn techniques to organise and test your thinking
You’ll learn critical thinking techniques to help you clarify and communicate complex ideas related to policy, processes, and critical business activities. You’ll discover how to improve your reasoning to find answers with strong logic that’s clear to readers.
Skills you’ll gain on the day
This practical workshop provides proven tools for thinking clearly. You’ll work through your own scenario to test arguments. And you’ll take part in group activities in a supportive setting, so you can explore the benefits of constructive and collaborative thinking.
The critical thinking techniques you’ll learn will make it easier for you to:
- uncover your own mental shortcuts and biases
- research with balance and rigour
- build well-reasoned messages and guidance
- understand and avoid logical fallacies
- write with empathy so that your readers understand your reasoning.
Who this training is for
Critical thinking skills gained in the workshop benefit all writers, especially those who write reports, policy, or proposals and business cases — any content that requires logical reasoning and analysis.
You’ll also benefit from the workshop if you:
- work with information and data, particularly qualitative data
- provide discussion and advice to guide decision-makers
- inform, write, or advise on policy or procedures
- want to polish and add depth to your communication.
What our clients say
This workshop is very useful and hands-on — so not boring at all! The trainer was very engaging and you get a lot of tips at the end of the workshop. This course is suitable for everyone, even if you have experience, you always learn something new and refresh previous knowledge.
Cecilia F, Ministry for Primary Industries
Very informative. Even if some things seem obvious, there are actually more layers to critical thinking than I thought. Good practical tips for future use.
Caren W, Ministry of Justice
Even if you are an experienced critical thinker, this course helps to consider how others approach critical thinking.
Penelope C, Environmental Protection Authority
If you are based in New Zealand, please book through our New Zealand Critical Thinking page.
Book a workshop in your time zone
Contact Julia Bennett to discuss your training needs.
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