Critical Thinking at University: An Introduction

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University of Leeds

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Critical Thinking at University: An Introduction

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Critical Thinking at University: An Introduction

The course Critical Thinking at University: An Introduction is an online class provided by University of Leeds through Future Learn. It may be possible to receive a verified certification or use the course to prepare for a degree.

Critical thinking is a vital skill for university study whatever your discipline. Prepare for university now.

Course description

Make sure you have the critical thinking skills required for university
2 weeks

Critical thinking is a vital skill at university and later in life. University study introduces you to new concepts, ways of learning and requires you to think critically. You need to know how to question information sources and how to evaluate different arguments.
Despite critical thinking being so important, students are often unprepared when they start their studies. This course will show you what critical thinking skills you need at university level, how they can be applied to different disciplines and how to use practical strategies to develop these skills for a successful academic life.

What is critical thinking?
A model for critical thinking
Why is critical thinking important at university?
Challenges to thinking critically at university
How can you improve your critical thinking?
Outcomes of critical thinking at university

Reflect on your approach and ability to think critically
Explain what thinking critically means at university
Identify potential challenges to thinking critically at university
Develop strategies to improve your critical thinking skills

This course is for anyone preparing to study at university level or for current university students. You may be an undergraduate or a new taught postgraduate student who might be unfamiliar with studying in the UK. If you want to have a successful academic life, this course will give you the foundations whatever your discipline at university.
Critical thinking skills are also valued later life by employers, so if you want to refresh your skills, this practical online course is for you.
The course is part of the academic skills courses portfolio at the University of Leeds aiming to improve skills required for academic study.

University of Leeds
As one of the UK’s largest research-based universities, the University of Leeds is a member of the prestigious Russell Group and a centre of excellence for teaching.

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Prerequisites & Facts

Critical Thinking at University: An Introduction

Course Topic

Study Skills

University, College, Institution

University of Leeds

Course Skill Level

see course summary

Course Language

English

Place of class

Online, self-paced (see curriculum for more information)

Degree

Certificate

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Degree & Cost

Critical Thinking at University: An Introduction

To obtain a verified certificate from Future Learn / University of Leeds you have to finish this course or the latest version of it, if there is a new edition. The class may be free of charge, but there could be some cost to receive a verified certificate or to access the learning materials. The specifics of the course may have been changed, please consult the provider to get the latest quotes and news.

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Critical Thinking at University: An Introduction

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