Critical Thinking Strategies

Course Code:

FHS 212

Course Type:

Elective

Theoric:

3

Practice:

0

Lab:

0

Credits:

3

ECTS:

5

Course Language:

English

Course Objectives:

The course aims to give the student the ability to think critically about life events, professional problems and situations and to develop solutions for situations before graduating.

Course Content:

This course will provide an overview of the concept of critical thinking and facilitate the student's ability to use this skill in the business environment. It focuses on improving the professional behavior of the student by applying critical thinking strategies specific to problem solving for basic human life patterns.

Course Methodology:

1. Lecture 2. Question-answer 3. Discussion 11. Brain storming 14. Group work

Course Evaluation Methods:

1. Midterm 2. Final

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Course Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes	Program Outcomes	Teaching Methods	Evaluation Methods
Defines the concept of critical thinking.	1,2	1,2,3,11,14	1,2
Identifies the common characteristics of a critical thinker.	1,2,6	1,2,3,11,14	1,2
Describes factors that can positively and negatively impact critical thinking ability.	1,2,6,7	1,2,3,11,14	1,2
Explains how to use the critical thinking skills in daily and work life.	1,2,7,9	1,2,3,11,14	1,2

Course Flow

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENT
Week	Topics	Study Materials
1	Introduction: what is thinking and why is it important?	Related literature
2	Critical thinking processes and features	Related literature
3	The place and importance of critical thinking in life: thinking outside the box	Related literature
4	Mind map	Related literature
5	Six hat thinking technique as a critical thinking method	Related literature
6	Six hats technique as a critical thinking method: case discussion	Related literature
7	Midterm exam
8	Problem solving through critical thinking-logic	Related literature
9	Argument evaluation - logical fallacies	Related literature
10	History and philosophy of thinking	Related literature
11	History and philosophy of thinking	Related literature
12	Critical thinking exercises-theory and practical dilemma	Related literature
13	Critical thinking exercises - distinguishing between good, bad and interesting in a topic	Related literature
14	Truth, knowledge and belief	Related literature
15	General overview Final exam

Recommended Sources

RECOMMENDED SOURCES

Textbook

1. Tracy Bowell and Gary Kemp, 2010, Critical Thinking. 3rd Edition, A Concise Guide.

2. Epstein, R.(2006) Critical thinking. 3rd ed. Belmont, CA : Thomson Wadsworth, Australia.

3. Flood RL., Romm NRA. (Eds)(1996) Critical systems thinking : current research and practice. Plenum New York : Plenum Press. USA.

4. Gambrill E. (2005) Critical Thinking in Clinical Practice.2nd Ed. John Wiley and Sons, Inc., New Jersey, USA.

5. Ruggiero, VR. (2008) Beyond feelings : a guide to critical thinking. 8th ed. McGraw-Hill Higher Education. Boston, USA.

6. Wilkinson JM. (2012) Nursing Process and Critical Thinking. 5th Ed., Pearson Education Inc., New Jersey, USA.

7. Brink-Budgen, RVD. Critical Thinking for Students. 4th Ed., Spring Hill House,Oxford,UK.

8. Mason, M. Critical Thinking and Learning, Blackwell publishing, Malden, USA.

9. Paul, R., Elder,L. (2006) Critical Thinking-Learn the Tools the Best Thinkers Use. Concise Ed., Pearson-Prentice Hall., New Jersey, Columbus, Ohio, USA.5. ANGELI C, VALANIDES N. Instructional effects on critical thinking: Performance on ill-defined issues. Learning and Instruction 19 (2009) 322-334.

Additional Resources

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Material Sharing

MATERIAL SHARING
Documents	Yeditepe University YULearn
Assignments	-
Exams	Midterm exam, Final exam

Assessment

EVALUATION SYSTEM
IN-TERM STUDIES	Number	PERCENTAGE
Midterm exam	1	40
Final exam	1	60
Total	2	100
CONTRIBUTION OF FINAL EXAMINATION TO OVERALL GRADE		60
CONTRIBUTION OF IN-TERM STUDIES TO OVERALL GRADE		40
Total		100

Course’s Contribution to Program

COURSE'S CONTRIBUTION TO PROGRAM OUTCOMES
No	Program Learning Outcomes	Contribution
No	Program Learning Outcomes	1	2	3	4	5
1	Gains theoretical and practical basic knowledge, skills and attitudes in nursing.					X
2	It meets the health care needs of the individual, family and society with an evidence-based and holistic approach, in line with the nursing process.					X
3	Takes an active role in the health care delivery team.					X
4	Performs professional practices in line with nursing values, ethical principles and relevant legislation.		X
5	Follows scientific developments in the field by using at least one foreign language effectively.		X
6	Gain the ability to communicate effectively, write reports and make presentations.				X
7	Gains the awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning.				X
8	Knows the research and publication process for the production of scientific knowledge specific to nursing and takes part in research.				X
9	Uses critical thinking and clinical decision making skills in professional practice.					X
10	Develops awareness of sensitivity to social and professional problems.		X

ECTS

ECTS ALLOCATED BASED ON STUDENT WORKLOAD BY THE COURSE DESCRIPTION
Activities	Quantity	Duration (Hour)	Total Workload (Hour)
Course Duration (Including the exam week: 15x Total course hours)	15	3	45
Hours for off-the-classroom study (Pre-study, practice)	15	5	75
Midterm exam	1	2	2
Final exam	1	2	2
Total Work Load			124
Total Work Load / 25 (h)			4.96
ECTS Credit of the Course			5

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