HLD 221  Critical Thinking, Writing and Leading: 3 Credits (3 Other)

(Sp) In this seminar students discover, evaluate and apply Critical and creative writing and Thinking and their relationship to Leadership. Using various techniques, including Socratic Questioning, students develop and practice effective writing and critical thinking skills.

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1. Describe the relationship of Critical Thinking to Leadership.
2. Examine and practice a team decision making process.
3. Compare and contrast various behavioral models (individual, pair and team).
4. Research, write and present a position paper on an assigned topic.
5. Design and lead a class discussion on the ‘topic of the week.’
6. Practice self-awareness and capacity for self-critique.
7. Raise critical questions and define problems, stating them clearly.
8. Gather and assess relevant information.
9. Recognize controversial issues, analyze logically, pay attention to details, and assess the relative strengths of your own and others’ arguments.
10. Evaluate all sides of an issue, articulate and defend a well-reasoned conclusion.
11. Give and receive feedback from peers.
12. Demonstrate confidence in making decisions in uncertain environments.