Six Thinking Hats

To survive in such a multifaceted and diverse world we as people must possess the ability to think critically in highly complex situations. The world is an extremely challenging place, all of us are forced to adapt by constantly challenging existing principles and performing certain methods to ensure our growth both physically and mentally. Many claim that contemporary society needs a skill called critical thinking to adapt and survive. Critical thinking is a higher level of intellectual progression that makes use of diverse information, skills and attitudes in interpreting situations and confronting problems. Critical thinking is done

The pillow method is a five-step process used to resolve a disagreement or enable two people to gain understanding from a disagreement. The process involves each individual to look at the problem through five different perspectives. These steps or perspectives include: “I’m right you’re wrong”, “You’re right I’m wrong”, “both right both wrong”, “this issue isn’t important”, and “the truth is in all perspectives” (Alder & Proctor, p. 104). The purpose of the pillow method is for each person to gain insight from each step in the process. By looking at the problem from multiple perspectives each person gets the chance to enhance their cognitive complexity (Alder & Proctor, p. 104). In this paper I

Over the course of the last six weeks, I have come to realize that critical thinking is an important asset as I continue my journey in life. I have found this course to be both challenging and rewarding. Most importantly, I find myself viewing problems and conversations in a completely different light. While I would not consider myself an expert at critical thinking, I would assess myself in as a Beginner Thinker. Paul and Elder point out in the beginning thinker stage an individual actively begins to take command of their thinking process across multiple facets of their life (Paul and Elder, 2012). Furthermore, we recognize that there are problems in the way we think and begin to consciously attempt to better understand we can improve our thinking.

The white hat is based on facts and calls on facts and nothing less. A business person or even a student is recommended to be on the white thinking hat when dealing with something factual and straightforward. For a person who is on a white thinking hat will only look through the facts and figures and concludes based on that findings. For example, a business man who is looking through figures and data on a factsheet, will come up with a conclusion or decision based on that only and will not compromise for any other discussion. The advantage of being on white thinking hat is that there

A modernized era has brought in midst of changes in every sphere of life . Often plethora of creative idea's or various approaches being

A third assertion says organizations are more adaptive when diversity of input is present. This is an easy statement to understand. If people with different backgrounds give input, there will be a wider range of thoughts and ideas. If an organization takes these diverse perspectives into account, they will be better able to adapt to changing thoughts and societal norms. The final assertion given is related to Wheatley’s notion of new and old science. Wheatley suggests that old science is a mechanistic view that is no longer relatable and that her idea of new science is one that needs to be followed (Wheatley, 2006, pg. 15). On the other hand, Wielkiewicz and Stelzner say that instead of just rejecting old science, there should be a tension between the two approaches. One needs to find a resolution between the traditional “industrial approach” and the lesser known neglected “ecological approach”.

Instructions: For a full points, you must demonstrate critical thinking. Your answer must consist of at least 5 well-constructed sentences that adhere to grammar and syntax rules. You will be given feedback on your activity responses online through turnitin.com. Answer the question below, and upload this document to the appropriate section of the dropbox on D2L.

Challenges are all around us. Sometimes we face easy challenges and other times we face difficult challenges. In order to solve a problem, regardless of its level of difficulty, one must think critically and creatively in order to develop a satisfactory solution. As we try to solve the problems of our daily lives, it is important to examine any and all ideas. From the most mundane to the most radical, it is a healthy activity to express all ideas and do the filtering later. This paper will attempt to discuss and solve a problem I have some personal experience with. “It is one thing to have thinking skills and quite another to use them in everyday situations”

In the text, ‘Learning to Think Things Through’ written by Gerald M. Nosich, he emphasizes the importance of the comprehension of specific concepts that are necessary to achieve critical thinking. One of these concepts includes the seven standards, which he states are clearness, accuracy, relevance, sufficiency, depth, breadth, and precision. In the text he states “Two primary ingredients turn thinking into critical thinking. The first is that critical thinking is reflective thinking… the second is thinking that meet high standards of thinking” (Nosich, 133). Maddow aides the viewers in comprehension of the material by appropriately interpreting the purpose of the information and explaining the implications and consequences resulting from the issues.

The final approach to thinking is the blue hat approach. This hat represents having the ability to direct the thought processes.

The game is changing. It is not just about math and science anymore. It is about creativity, imagination, and, above all, innovation. “Without creativity, there is no innovation. As every good gardener knows, you can’t rely on the same old flowers season after season. They die. New seeds are needed to rejuvenate the garden and stimulate growth” (Dundon, 2002). What is unfolding is the commoditization of knowledge.

The concepts of critical thinking and creative thinking are both gaining increasing importance in the world today. Critical thinking allows people to understand difficult concepts in a manner that is clearer and more defined. They can more readily understand those concepts if they employ critical thinking. In all portions of everyday life, a person is expected to make independent judgments. Those judgments are based on experience and knowledge. Without the ability to think critically, every situation that a person comes across would have to be considered in isolation from all other situations. When a person encounters a problem that is a new one, he or she may be able to use critical thinking to solve those problems.

There are said to be six stages of critical thinking, the unreflective, challenged, beginning, practicing, advanced, and accomplished thinker. The unreflective thinker is unable to asses their thinking skills while in the second stage of challenged thinkers, they are becoming aware and figuring out problems. The beginning thinker is similar to concrete thinking, which contains no depth, it regards to the facts and thinking in the periphery. At the fourth stage, the practicing thinker is developing the knowledge for systematic practice, while the advanced thinker now has good habits and can actively analyze information. Lastly, the accomplished thinker can access their intuitiveness and take a position on things in everyday life(Edler, Paul).

This project requires research imagination, and logic in applying the content of this course and book.

I am an open minded individual with a passion for creativity. In this ever-changing world, I believe creativity will allow me to foster new and innovative ideas, and effectively adjust to societal and organizational opportunities (Daft, 2012). Due to dynamic cultures in todays work environment, I hope to employ critical thinking that encourages ethical actions and accomplishment