{"id":825,"date":"2019-10-28T08:30:57","date_gmt":"2019-10-28T07:30:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/joblookup.com\/explore\/?page_id=825"},"modified":"2024-07-22T11:55:39","modified_gmt":"2024-07-22T10:55:39","slug":"future-work-critical-and-creative-thinking","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/joblookup.com\/explore\/future-work-critical-and-creative-thinking\/","title":{"rendered":"Future Work: Critical and Creative Thinking"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"col-lg-9 my-auto\">Thinking critically and creatively are valuable skills in today\u2019s workplace, as it stands. Their importance is only set to increase in the coming years too, as automation and AI creates a need for both logical analysis, and unorthodox problem-solving.<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-lg-3 my-auto\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-fluid\" src=\"\/explore\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/education-info17.png\" alt=\"Critical and Creative Thinking\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"h4 font-weight-bold\">Critical Thinking<\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<p>Arguably a useful skill for life in general, given the amount of information available to us these days, it will also be an invaluable tool for employees in the future workplace.<\/p>\n<p>Critical thinking is the ability to weigh up a problem or argument objectively, before applying logic and reason to find the most effective solution or response. The following skills are important for applying critical thinking:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Observation<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Analysis<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Reflection<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Problem-solving<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Openmindedness<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Interpretation<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Self-regulation<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<div class=\"card-header font-weight-bold\">How and Where to Learn<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<p>As many of the above skills are going to be important in their own right in most of tomorrow&#8217;s workplaces, sharpening your critical thinking is a practical starting point for picking up other future-proofed skills.In terms of formal learning, critical thinking can be found in many degree level courses, ranging from history and philosophy, to science and business. There are also a variety of masters degrees that specialise in critical thinking if you\u2019ve already completed an undergraduate course.<\/p>\n<p>You can find more information about approaches and education options here:<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.psychologytoday.com\/gb\/blog\/memory-medic\/201710\/how-learn-critical-thinking\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">How to Learn Critical Thinking<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> (Psychology Today).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"_e75a791d-denali-editor-page-rtfLink\" href=\"http:\/\/www.openuniversity.edu\/brochures\/critical-thinking-guide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Critical Thinking Guide <\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">(The Open University).<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"h4 font-weight-bold\">Creative Thinking<\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<p>Creative thinking can be seen as the opposite of critical thinking. Rather than following a methodical approach and keeping emotional distance from a problem, creative thinking is about trying to frame things from a different or unorthodox perspective.<\/p>\n<p>Creative solutions are required when traditional or logical approaches don&#8217;t work or aren&#8217;t suitable. Graphic or web design is a good example of creative thinking at work &#8211; something that doesn&#8217;t overlook important features or functionality but transforms the way they are presented or interacted with to create something new and engaging.<\/p>\n<p>There are a few traits and skills that can help foster creative thinking, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Flexibility<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Expert subject knowledge<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Communication<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Open-mindedness<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Risk-taking<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<div class=\"card-header font-weight-bold\">How and Where to Learn<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<p>There are a growing number of courses that aim to teach creative thinking skills. Additionally, you can help to cultivate creative thinking by being creative yourself. Drawing, writing, music, or even building lego with the kids can be valuable exercises &#8211; as is anything that lets you express yourself.Here\u2019s some more info:<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"_e75a791d-denali-editor-page-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.udemy.com\/course\/creative-thinking-techniques\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Creative Thinking course example<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> (Udemy).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"_e75a791d-denali-editor-page-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.inc.com\/jason-surfrapp\/6-ways-to-boost-your-creative-thinking.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Ideas to boost creativity<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> (Inc.com).<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Thinking critically and creatively are valuable skills in today\u2019s workplace, as it stands. 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