...Assignment (Thinking Process) MGT350 September 5, 2011 Courtney Wilson Thinking Process There are three different types of critical thinking we will concentrate on logical, creative, and emotional. These different thinking processes will present different analize showing how the thought process brings about certain decisions. Explaining why thinking is important while expressing different techniques used when the mind uses different thinking patterns. When comparing and contrasting it will display how each type of thinking will affect the creative thinking process. We will use examples of work place environments showing how critical thinking displays certain outcomes when applied. When using critical thinking process there are different types of thinking such as creative and logical thinking. According to Pearson Prentice Hall Chapter 7 Thinking (2007), “When an individual is using the creative thinking process it is important to use brainstorming to help form new creative ideas.” It is important to using the brainstorming technique because it helps by creating new inspiration to form new thoughts that might not have been developed otherwise. When using creative thinking in the workplace using this process to brainstorm new ideas in making a situation more efficient, faster, reliable, and more interesting. Creative thinking is pushing past original boundaries into creating innovation for the future. The logical thinking process is helpful...
Words: 1169 - Pages: 5
...daily struggles that people have, as well as myself, one that comes to mind is time management. From school to work to kids to family everyone has busy schedules but personal commitments are put on the plate as well. For myself I am a working mom that trying to accommodate everything and everyone’s needs in one day. My main goal is to schedule everything I need to accomplish throughout the week but as well balance my daily schedule evenly. Now that I have established the main problem and gave the initial solution it is time to refine and give the final solution to managing my time evenly. This paper will look at the procedure in refining the problem to the main issue of poor management. As established in chapter 10 and 11 in, The art of thinking : A guide to critical and creative thought textbook, there are three solutions that were discussed in solving the issue of not managing time effectively. The first solution was creating a schedule using your phone such as a note pad or calendar to put all the events, assignments and responsibilities that need to be accomplished for the month. The second initial solution was to put together a plan to establish certain time needed to finish these tasks in the schedule. “The third and final step in refining the solution is to make improvements that will eliminate imperfections”(Ruggiero, 2009). This initial solution comes into play when you push yourself to actually accomplish your to do list. Now that the solutions to solve the issue have...
Words: 534 - Pages: 3
...Thinking and Decision Making Joshua Bustos, Markethia Hughes, William Huntzinger, Gabriella Nava, and Patricia Williamson MGT 350 February 27, 2012 Courtney Wilson Thinking and Decision Making Logical Thinking Everyone is born with the ability to reason, even on a primary level. Logical thinking is a process in solving problems that requires reasoning. The word logic is from ancient Greek. Logic is a science that studies the principles of correct reasoning. There are two types of logical reasoning induction and deduction. Inductive reasoning is also known as inductive logic is the process of reasoning for specific evidence, observation, or experimentation. Inductive reasoning individuals do every day in his or her lives. Deductive thinking is also known as deductive logic the process of reasoning based on common knowledge. A logical thinker needs to recognize illogical thinking. Critical thinkers will ask questions to determine if the issue is logical or illogical for instance; do the pieces fit together logically? Are you really sure this makes sense? Are you certain it is in the publication? It is imperative the questions that are asked needs to be specific and precise to the situation or issue. If there is any inconsistences exist when finish asking the questions it is more likely the thinking path is illogical. It is important for logical thinkers to follow the facts for creditability to the situation or issue. In another words “When the combined thoughts...
Words: 1148 - Pages: 5
...Critical thinking on the scientific process. The scientific process is something people use on a daily basis for common problem solving. Like my group accomplished with our experiment of the sand crabs, when faced with any problem in daily life humans start the process of problem solving by asking a question that will lead to the solution we desire. Now in daily life we may not perform experiments with beakers and other equipment of the sorts, but even without knowing it, we unconsciously assume an outcome, which we can compare to a hypothesis. Most of the time the assumption isn't based on an educated guess and more about what we want out of the situation, but the idea is similar enough to make this comparison. After unconsciously assuming an outcome we strive to make that outcome a reality, this step is comparable to the experiment which will lead to an outcome or a conclusion. I have recently begun playing an online game called "sugar, sugar" which involves pixels of sugar falling from a specific point and cups that require a specific number of pixels of sugar to fall into before moving on to the next level. To accomplish this, you have to click and drag on the screen to draw lines that will guide the sugar into the cups through a variety of differing obstacles. I only bring this up because this game brings the aspect of problem solving to the forefront of my mind and forces me to go through the scientific process without consciously going through the process step by step...
Words: 655 - Pages: 3
...Creativity comes in many forms and fashions to an individual, “being creative means combining knowledge and imagination” (Ruggiero, 2009, p. 98). Creative people can have numerous talents ranging from problem solving to an individual who is creative in the arts. Understanding creativity and where it comes from is rather difficult, as no one truly knows because creativity can come in a variety of ways. In some cases it can come in the form of a mistake or accident, such as the potato chip, corn flake, and microwaves. The application process in creativity is something that researchers are constantly studying and demonstrating in hopes of understanding the process. The creative process is made of four stages, the number seems to differ among some people because some stages list the stages as individuals and some combined. “The first stage searching for challenges or the essence of creativity is meeting challenges in an imaginative, original, and effective way” (Ruggiero, 2009, p. 105). For example on Fort Jackson the organization I work for deals with the storage and maintenance of weapons, and weapons parts. Physical Security is a major concern for the organization. Recently, the boss came to inform me of a Physical Security Inspection in two days. The new facility manager appointed me the new Physical Security Officer. I knew that I would not be able to pass an inspection with only two days on the job. The issue is that there was no program in place. What I did know...
Words: 903 - Pages: 4
...bigger ones. These decisions are life altering. Should we buy a house? Should I look for a new job? Or what type of car should I buy? Those type of questions take a little more time and effort to come to the most solid conclusion. When faced with a challenging decision a person enabled with critical thinking skills will form a better overall outcome. “Sometimes, the simple act of setting out your problem, objectives, alternatives, consequences and tradeoffs, as well as any uncertainties, risks or linked decision factors, will fully clarify the decision, pointing the way to the smart choice.” (Hammond, Keeney, Raiffa, p. 13) Critical thinking ensures that decision making is seamless. Vehicle Shopping About a year ago I was...
Words: 1660 - Pages: 7
...A Critical Thinking Review of The Goal: A Process of Ongoing Improvement Introduction: The Goal is a well-written novel that illustrates a model for systems and operation management. Reading through this book gave me an insight to the amount of effort that goes into managing a plant with all employees as well as keeping your home together. The main character, Alex Rogo who is the plant manager, is found in a dire situation with his plant on the verge of being closed down. He is given 3 months to turn the plant around and make it profitable. Alex comes into contact with an old professor, Jonah, who helps him along the way by teaching him successful methods of running a production plant. Meeting Number One * Initial state: Alex is a manager of a manufacturing plant when he happens to bump into Jonah, a Physics Professor, in the airport. Alex is trying to get Jonah to remember him while Jonah is attempting to catch his plane. As Jonah is heading to his terminal, him and Alex are conversing about the plant and how great Alex believes that his machines are. * Advice: During this whole conversation Jonah is asking Alex, is his plant making any money from the machines and are they being truly efficient? At the time Alex did not get what Jonah was referring too. * Actions taken: At this point Alex did not realize how dire his plant was performing. * Results: Jonah had to catch his flight and the two went their separate ways at that point. Alex continued...
Words: 1594 - Pages: 7
...Compare and contrast three different types of thinking and comment on how each effects the critical thinking process Logical Creative Optimistic Creative and logical-- Critical thinking and decision making is the process to find the truth. An important aspect of thinking is the process that relies on the ability to coordinate and structure our ideas so that they make sense. Training our mind to use the critical thinking process gives people a better understanding of the information. This paper will discuss the three different thinking styles. It will also compare and contrast logical style, persuasive style, and creative style. Critical thinking will be applied to the decision making process by using work environment examples. The logical style of thinking is a complex process in which reasoning is used to come to a conclusion. This style involves a sequence of steps or thoughts used to solve a problem. According to Kirby and Goodpaster (2007), along with creative thought, inductive and deductive logic comprise the bedrock and substance of all our thinking. Using the two major elements of logical thinking, deductive and inductive reasoning, solutions can be tested with tried and true methods. This style is very distinct and follows a more structured and analytical path using proven methods in order to reach the conclusions. When comparing logical thinking to the creative and persuasive styles of thinking, all three require detailed processes to reach conclusions. With...
Words: 1226 - Pages: 5
...Critical thinking is an important process to use in both professional and personal settings. Using critical thinking takes time to adapt to and does not come natural. Individuals that use critical thinking must practice this technique to fully understand the process. Critical thinking provides many benefits to individuals that can acquire it. Understanding critical thinking and how to fully use it will help a person understand why things are done. Critical thinking is important in a professional life, without critical thinking one may not fully grasp the concept of what is going on. Critical thinking can be defined as the intellectually disciplined process of actively and skillfully conceptualizing, applying, analyzing, synthesizing, and/or evaluating information gathered from, or generated by, observation, experience, reflection, reasoning, or communication, as a guide to belief and action. In its exemplary form, it is based on universal intellectual values that transcend subject matter divisions: clarity, accuracy, precision, consistency, relevance, sound evidence, good reasons, depth, breadth, and fairness (Foundation for Critical Thinking, 2009). This being said, critical thinking is when information is gathered and applied to the decision based on evidence gathered, not emotions. Critical thinking is important to use since this allows a person to draw logical conclusions and rational decisions. Critical thinking is a skill that every person should use...
Words: 706 - Pages: 3
...Decision making and Thinking is a part of our lives like breathing, people don’t stop to analyze why they use this process. People may think that thinking and decision making is a simple process, there are many styles of thinking for every issue people come across in their daily lives. The four different styles of critical thinking are creative, logical, scientific, and persuasive. The different styles of thinking are fit to the different issues and they require thought and analysis to find the best fit. The thinking styles each have a different effect on the issue, so one will need to think about this as another variable. People use the thinking styles to remember, and perceive information, and also solve problems. In this paper we will discuss the four types of Thinking and Decision making and give workplace examples for each. Scientific Thinking The style of scientific thinking has changed the world. In the field of medicine, scientists have been successful in finding cures for diseases, developing new drugs that can extend life, and treatments that can improve the quality of life have been invented through this important style of thinking. The four major steps in the scientific thinking process are observation, hypothesis formulation, experimentation, and verification (Kirby & Goodpaster, 2007). Scientific Thinking Decision Making Process Observation = Identify the problem Hypothesis...
Words: 1511 - Pages: 7
...Critical Thinking and Language Kaitlyn Longstaff COMM/251 April 11, 2014 Shaun Morse Critical Thinking and Language Language is defined as “the landscape of our mind; it is the mountains and forests as well as the cities and roads. It both carries the content and structures the form. We think with it. Language works intimately with all aspects of our thinking” (Kirby & Goodpaster, 2007, chpt. 5). Language both influences and is influenced by the critical thinking process and has the power to inspire or inhibit the expression of thoughts. Language is tied to critical thinking in every way, it is the “interpretive medium for the input—the remembering, sorting, creating, judging, and deciding—and language also dramatically shapes those processes” (Kirby & Goodpaster, 2007, chpt. 5). Without language, critical thinking would not be possible. Language and language diversity influence critical thinking, which in turn creates persuasion and the ability for language to benefit or inhibit the expression of thoughts. Language and language diversity play a huge role in in the critical thinking process through the universalizing process of language and the structuring power of language. The universalizing process of language is the mind’s ability to critically think about one word and associate it with all things like it. Kirby and Goodpaster use a tree as an example of the universalizing process of language and a panther to show its diversity among different cultures...
Words: 1351 - Pages: 6
...Different Styles of Critical Thinking and Decision Making Charles Cunningham, Stacy Graham, Daniel Kaelin, Tresha Yarberry, MGT/350 August 22, 2011 Hank Reeves Different Styles of Critical Thinking and Decision Making Logical thinking, scientific thinking, creative thinking, and optimistic thinking are a few of the different thinking styles used for critical thinking. A person has to know what type of problem he or she is dealing with to know what type of critical thinking style he or she would need to use. Knowing the difference of these four critical thinking styles will help people use critical thinking better. Logical Thinking Philosophy defines logic as the study of the essential truths and methodical methods for clearly expressing and thoroughly representing such truths (Jones, 1995). Logical thinking relates to the consistency of the facts and the validity of arguments. Critical thinking most closely resembles the logical thinking style in the rawest form as it should be unbiased and only influenced by proven factual information. Logic looks to common sense to determine the best action to take based on the desired outcome. The scientific thinking style is the most similar to the logical thinking style because it is based on valid arguments for taking a certain action. It rules out emotional thinking because it is biased and influenced by what is wanted by the parties involved. Dan’s company uses a software program for procurement functions...
Words: 1212 - Pages: 5
...ensuring that all transactions are properly recorded. D) detailed segment reports about departments, products, and customers. Answer: D AACSB: Reflective Thinking AICPA BB: Critical Thinking AICPA FN: Measurement LO: 1 Level: Easy 2. The plans of management are often expressed formally in: A) financial statements. B) performance reports. C) budgets. D) ledgers. Answer: C AACSB: Reflective Thinking AICPA BB: Resource Management AICPA FN: Measurement LO: 1 Level: Easy 3. The phase of accounting concerned with providing information to managers for use in planning and controlling operations and in decision making is called: A) throughput time. B) managerial accounting. C) financial accounting. D) controlling. Answer: B AACSB: Reflective Thinking AICPA BB: Resource Management AICPA FN: Measurement LO: 1 Level: Easy 4. The cost of the cushions that are used to manufacture sofas is best described as a: A) manufacturing overhead cost. B) period cost. C) variable cost. D) conversion cost. Ans: C AACSB: Reflective Thinking AICPA BB: Critical Thinking AICPA FN: Reporting LO: 1,2,5 Level: Medium 5. A security guard's wages at a factory would be an example of: | |Indirect labor |Fixed manufacturing...
Words: 5875 - Pages: 24
...Thinking and Decision Making Thinking incorporates an individual’s thoughts through a process of carefully evaluating decisions so that a conclusion can be determined. Decision-making additionally involves implementing the proper steps so that the individual will reach his or her goals by making the right choices. The purpose of this paper is to present various concepts of different thinking styles. The thinking styles that will be discussed are emotionally, logically, creative, realistic, optimistically, pessimistically, divergently, and scientific style. Additionally, the following will discuss how to compare and contrast the three different types of thinking and comment on how each affects the critical-thinking process. Finally, the following will provide critical thinking to the decision-making process by discussing workplace examples that highlight each of the three different types of thinking. Logically Style Logical thinking is a style in which an individual feels that everyone should be thinking the same way as they do. Thinking logically can be either inductive or deductive. “Deductive thinking is the kind of reasoning that begins with two or more premises and derives a conclusion that must follow from those premises, a conclusion that is in fact contained or hidden in those very premises” (Kirby & Goodpaster, 2007, p. 156). “Inductive reasoning usually begins with a set of evidence or observations about some members of a class, or about some events” (Kirby & Goodpaster...
Words: 2030 - Pages: 9
...Compare and contrast the three different types of thinking and comment on how each affects the critical-thinking process Compare & Contrast Each day people must make decisions. No matter if a person is at homes scheduling a day for choirs and errands or a day at the work environment producing services or needs. It takes thinking to accomplish daily decisions and for the most to be a positive day of good choices. To get to a point of good thinking and making good judgment decisions there are several methods that people may use. Some methods in thinking process are the critical thinking, logical thinking, and persuasive thinking. On how people use thinking, one of the most comparable of the three thinking process is to be successful. Being able to get from point A to point B and making a positive are similar. All three takes a thinking process. It takes thinking to solve and have a solution. In contrast with the three thinking process each has a different course in thinking. With critical thinking, people will use old information and create new information. Brainstorming and starbursting will boost creativity. Creative thinking has a five step process. 1).There is the desire to do or get something done. People must want to do it. 2). People must have some form of knowledge and skill. It would make no sense trying to get something done without knowing what a person is doing. 3). Having the Edisonian effort. What this means is constant thought. Persistence is the key...
Words: 614 - Pages: 3
