Self-study Week 1
Julio Guzman
1. In my opinion, critical thinking is important for business success because it helps people make good
decisions and solve problems more effectively. In a business environment, it is necessary to analyse
situations carefully before taking action. This can help businesses reduce mistakes, improve performance,
and create better ideas.
2. Thinking outside of yourself means being able to understand other people’s opinions and perspectives
instead of only focusing on your own thoughts. It also means being open to different ideas and learning
from others. This is important in business because good communication and teamwork can lead to better
results.
Video 3. From the video, I understood that critical thinking is useful in both business and everyday situations. I also
learned that successful people usually think carefully before making decisions or reacting to problems.
Another important point was that listening to different perspectives can help improve problem-solving and
decision-making skills.
4. Deep concentrated thinking is when someone focuses completely on one idea or task without distractions.
It involves taking enough time to understand information properly and think deeply before making a
conclusion or decision. This type of thinking can help people develop stronger ideas and better solutions.
1. A critical decision is an important decision that can have a major impact on a business, project, or
workplace. These decisions usually involve safety, costs, deadlines, quality, and project success. Because
they can create serious consequences, they need careful analysis and good judgement before making a
final decision.
2. Since I am interested in the electrical engineering industry, some examples of critical decisions are:
Deciding whether an electrical system is safe to install or operate.
Choosing the correct electrical equipment and materials for a project.
Research Approving electrical designs to make sure they follow safety standards and regulations.
3. A non-critical decision is a decision with low risk and small consequences. These decisions are usually
simple and routine, and they do not strongly affect the overall success or safety of a project. They can
normally be made quickly without detailed analysis.
4. Examples of non-critical decisions in the electrical engineering industry include:
Deciding the order of daily tasks or inspections.
Choosing the format of technical reports or presentations.
Scheduling meeting times with team members.
Further Reading 1. Critical thinking is the ability to think carefully and logically before making a decision or forming an
opinion. It involves analysing information, asking questions, and evaluating evidence instead of accepting
ideas immediately. Critical thinking helps people make better decisions and solve problems more
Self-study Week 1
Julio Guzman
effectively.
2. The process of critical thinking involves identifying a problem or situation, collecting and analysing
information, considering different perspectives, and evaluating possible solutions before making a
decision. It also includes reflecting on the results and learning from the experience.
3. Thinking critically means taking time to understand a situation carefully instead of reacting quickly. A
person first gathers information and checks if the information is reliable. Then, they compare different
ideas, analyse evidence, and think about possible consequences before reaching a conclusion. This
process helps people make more logical and informed decisions.
1. This week I learned about critical thinking and how it is used in business and professional environments. I
learned that critical thinking involves analysing information carefully, considering different perspectives,
and making logical decisions instead of reacting quickly. I also learned about the difference between
critical and non-critical decisions.
2. I enjoyed learning how critical thinking can improve decision-making and problem-solving. I also found it
interesting to understand how different perspectives can help people create better solutions in
Reflection workplaces and businesses.
3. One area I find challenging is analysing information deeply before making conclusions. Sometimes it can
be difficult to identify if information is reliable or if there are different ways to interpret a situation.
4. To improve this challenge, I think the Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy article about critical thinking is
a useful resource because it explains the concept of critical thinking and how people can develop better
reasoning and analysis skills. I also think educational videos about decision-making and problem-solving
can help me improve my understanding.