Types of Thinking

Just because you have a sharp wit or belong to Mensa does not mean you are a proficient problem solver. There are geniuses that are well-known for their irrational beliefs and unreasonable opinions, it doesn't mean they are the best at solving all problems. At the end of the day, you don't know what you don't know. That doesn't have to hinder you from strengthening on your ways of thinking in an effort to solve problems.

By the end of this lesson you should be able to:

• Describe various types of thinking

• Give examples of the types of thinking

Lesson Intent: 

The Types of Thinking lesson is intended to provide an understanding of the differing types of thinking, provide examples of the types, and aid students in understanding how the multiple types of thinking can increase a leader’s ability to effectively solve problems. Additionally, this lesson serves to help students think about and understand the “Big Picture” as it applies to solving problems.

Student Preparation:

Read the following:  Types of Thinking Student Reading