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7 Steps to Master Critical Thinking (Udemy.com)

Master critical thinking through this 7-step method with a bonus step to build your critical thinking muscle

Created by: Apexity Education

Last updated March 2024

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What you will learn

  • Develop structured problem-solving techniques including using fishbone diagrams, 5 Whys analysis, and asking probing questions
  • Learn objective analysis skills to break down arguments, identify assumptions, check for biases and logical fallacies, and map out interconnections
  • Master pragmatic decision-making frameworks to evaluate alternatives and anticipate outcomes
  • Gain implementation, evaluation, and iteration skills for continuous improvement using Gnatt charts and breakdown structures

How it compares

Against the other 1,107 rated Udemy courses in Personal Development on CourseDuck:

  • Rating4.1 out of 5higher than 2% of them
  • Reviews174#713 of 1,108 by number of reviews
  • Length3.5 hourslonger than 64% of them
  • Last updatedMarch 2024earlier than 59% of them

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Course Description

Develop your critical thinking skills with this comprehensive 7-step framework. The course provides structured techniques to master critical analysis and evaluation across diverse contexts. Learn to clearly define problems, gather comprehensive information, conduct in-depth analysis, develop optimal solutions, plan robust implementation, evaluate impact and outcomes, and iterate for continuous improvement.


The first steps cover clarifying problems through fishbone diagrams and asking probing questions. Next, gather wide-ranging information from surveys, interviews, and analytics while validating sources and relevance. Analyze information by breaking down arguments, checking for fallacies and biases, and mapping assumptions. Brainstorm solutions and use decision matrices to weigh alternatives. Plan implementation through work breakdown structures, Gantt charts, and scenario analysis. Evaluate impact with comparative analysis, feedback surveys, and SWOT analysis. Finally, reflect on lessons learned and create ongoing iteration mechanisms.


Throughout the course, you will gain skills in assumption evaluation, bias mitigation, argument analysis, diverse perspective-taking, anticipating outcomes, decision-making under uncertainty, and structural problem-solving. Become an incisive thinker able to develop solutions and strategies aligned to complex challenges. Join this complete critical thinking course to gain essential skills for professional and personal success. Enroll for this course if you are looking for an extensive model that covers all aspects of critical thinking.

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Instructor Details

Apexity Education

Find the best version of yourself through upskilling in your way of thinking and communication.


Our thinking courses include:
- Critical Thinking

- Creative Thinking

- First Principles Thinking

- Intuitive Thinking

- Innovative Thinking


Our communication courses include:
- Active Listening

- Influence & Persuasion

- Questioning & Curiosity

- Non Verbal Communication

- Non Violent Communication


Our courses are valuable to anyone starting their professional journey.

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Reviews

4.1

174 ratings on Udemy

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By Abdulrahman Alhamad on 3/18/2026

Its was really helpful !

By Jayaprakash R on 9/7/2024

I feel like more theoretical rather than practical. I understand that this needs a theoretical way of learning. However, as a human, I can't learn continuously. The author's speech sounded like reading rather than teaching. need to improve more. overall it was good.

By Nishi Chhadva on 7/24/2024

The course is well structured and did not feel overwhelming at all. After doing this course, I realised that critical thinking is actually a skill and anyone can cultivate it. I've already found myself applying these techniques in my daily life.

By Aman on 5/27/2024

"This course has been fantastic! The instructor, [Instructor Name], does a wonderful job of explaining complex topics in a way that's easy to understand. They provide clear and concise explanations, with helpful examples that really solidify the concepts.

By Shonubi Oluwatobiloba on 5/16/2024

this is based on my experience

By Marija Sulic on 4/7/2024

Audio quality must improve, there is echoing and shushing sound

By Harinath srinivasan on 3/13/2024

Based on what I'm learning which is already applying in my day-to-day life but it's given a steer to get to know you. right now, am in section 2, but audio fidelity and noise are high in 5th video there is like noise of a crow caw

By Odom Ofobuike Elijah on 3/2/2024

It's been amazing

By Abiali Shaikh on 2/8/2024

Healthy mix of practical and theory. Loved the deep dive into Gantt's which definitely help in my role as a PM. Thanks to the instructor for providing high quality and in-depth info at a more than reasonable price.

By Ganesh on 1/18/2024

Very insightful course on how to be a critical thinker! the techniques and steps that have been shown in this course has helped me problem solve more effectively, specially the step which is on recognizing and evaluating assumptions and fallacies!

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Overall Score : 82 / 100