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If you always do what you’ve always done, then you’ll always get what you’ve always got

Not done here, no darn good

What Critical Thinking IsCritical thinking is commonly seen as having

two components:

A set of information and belief generating and processing skills

The habit, based on intellectual commitment, of using those skills to guide behavior

What Critical Thinking Is NotThe mere acquisition and retention of

information along, because it involves a particular way in which information is sought and treated

The mere possession of a set of skills, because it involves the continuous use of them

The mere use of those skills (“as an exercise”) without acceptance of their results

Definition of Critical ThinkingIt is a mode of thinking

It can cover any subject, issue or problem

The thinker improves the quality of his/her reasoning by:Taking charge of thinking processesImposing intellectual standards on those

processes

So What Should We Do?Raise vital questions and problems, formulating

them clearly and preciselyGather and assess relevant information

Use abstract ideas to interpret it effectively to come to well-reasoned conclusions and solutions

Test these conclusions/solutions against relevant criteria

Thinks openmindedly with alternative systems or lines of thoughtRecognizing the assumptions, implications, and

consequencesCommunicate effectively with others in figuring out

solutions to complex problems

6 Hats of ThinkingThe White Hat calls for information known or needed. "The facts, just the facts."

6 Hats of ThinkingThe White Hat calls for information known or needed. "The facts, just the facts."

The Yellow Hat symbolizes brightness and optimism. Under this hat you explore the positives and probe for value and benefit

6 Hats of ThinkingThe White Hat calls for information known or needed. "The facts, just the facts."

The Yellow Hat symbolizes brightness and optimism. Under this hat you explore the positives and probe for value and benefit

The Black Hat is judgment - the devil's advocate or why something may not work. Spot the difficulties and dangers; where things might go wrong. Probably the most powerful and useful of the Hats but a problem if overused.

6 Hats of ThinkingThe White Hat calls for information known or needed. "The facts, just the facts."

The Yellow Hat symbolizes brightness and optimism. Under this hat you explore the positives and probe for value and benefit

The Black Hat is judgment - the devil's advocate or why something may not work. Spot the difficulties and dangers; where things might go wrong. Probably the most powerful and useful of the Hats but a problem if overused.

The Red Hat signifies feelings, hunches and intuition. When using this hat you can express emotions and feelings and share fears, likes, dislikes, loves, and hates.

6 Hats of ThinkingThe White Hat calls for information known or needed. "The facts, just the facts."

The Yellow Hat symbolizes brightness and optimism. Under this hat you explore the positives and probe for value and benefit

The Black Hat is judgment - the devil's advocate or why something may not work. Spot the difficulties and dangers; where things might go wrong. Probably the most powerful and useful of the Hats but a problem if overused.

The Red Hat signifies feelings, hunches and intuition. When using this hat you can express emotions and feelings and share fears, likes, dislikes, loves, and hates.

The Green Hat focuses on creativity; the possibilities, alternatives, and new ideas. It's an opportunity to express new concepts and new perceptions.

6 Hats of ThinkingThe White Hat calls for information known or needed. "The facts, just the facts."

The Yellow Hat symbolizes brightness and optimism. Under this hat you explore the positives and probe for value and benefit

The Black Hat is judgment - the devil's advocate or why something may not work. Spot the difficulties and dangers; where things might go wrong. Probably the most powerful and useful of the Hats but a problem if overused.

The Red Hat signifies feelings, hunches and intuition. When using this hat you can express emotions and feelings and share fears, likes, dislikes, loves, and hates.

The Green Hat focuses on creativity; the possibilities, alternatives, and new ideas. It's an opportunity to express new concepts and new perceptions.

The Blue Hat is used to manage the thinking process. It's the control mechanism that ensures the Six Thinking Hats® guidelines are observed.

What is a leader?CharismaticVisionaryMotivationalInfluenceAssertiveProductiveCourageousFairResponsibleResourcefulPragmaticEffective speakerinitiator

Open mindedOrganizerListenerDirectMediatorGood followerTeam playerFocusedThinkerCreative/inventiveAccountableFacilitatorSense of humor

Leaders are Change Agents!

Group Behavior

Individual Behavior

Attitude

Knowledge

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Time Involved

Fast Forward to Year 2015…Questions to Ponder:

What will leaders need to offer?

What will leaders need to ask?

What qualities, talents, and skills will be critical?

Who will be the face of leadership?

Leadership Theories (Styles?)Great Man TheoryTrait TheoryContingency TheorySituational TheoryBehavioral TheoryParticipative TheoryManagement TheoryRelationship Theory

Transformational LeadershipAssumptions

People will follow a person who inspires them

A person with vision and passion can achieve great things

Way to get things done is by injecting energy and enthusiasm

Transformational Leadership StepsDevelop a vision

Sell the vision

Find the way to carry out the vision (the way forward)

Lead the charge to completion

Leadership vs. ManagementManagers have subordinates

Utilize an authoritarian, transaction styleHave a work focusSeek comfort and stability

Leaders have followersTypically utilize a charismatic,

transformational styleHave a people focusSeek risk

AdministerMaintainRely on controlImitateFocus on nowDo things rightAuthority to lead

InnovateDevelopInspire trustHave visionChallengeDo the right thingsPermission to lead

MANAGERS… LEADERS…

Learning to Lead: A Workbook on Becoming a Leader (Bennis and Goldsmith)

There is a Difference…

CAVE PEOPLE

20-60-20 Rule