Critical Thinking

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 2
Unit No:
M/504/7592
Credits:
2
Guided learning hours:
16 hours

Assessment Guidance

N/A

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Understand basic concepts of critical analysis.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Identify differing types of arguments.
  • 1.2
    Give examples of simple explanatory arguments.
  • 1.3
    Give examples of arguments which justify decisions about action.
  • 1.4
    Give examples of commonly held:
    a) assumptions
    b) stereotypes
    c) biases.
  • 1.5
    Describe why different standards are applied to evaluating arguments.
2

Understand the application of critical analysis to concepts, ideas and opinions.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    Present an argument in a clear, logical, coherent way.
  • 2.2
    Identify critical analysis in a group discussion.