Concordia University

You think: it is in your nature to do so. Your thinking determines your feelings and your behaviors. The quality of your life depends on the quality of your thoughts.

In this workshop, you will be introduced to high-quality critical thinking skills through the framework of Paul and Elder (criticalthinking.org). You will learn how this type of thinking helps you achieve your life goals including better health; better use of your time, energy and money; and a better sense of personal control and freedom. The effect of high-quality critical thinking on your academic performance will be highlighted.

Learning Objectives

In this workshop you will learn:
1- To define critical thinking
2- To identify the elements of high-quality critical thinking
3- To identify how high-quality critical thinking will help you achieve your life goals

Leaders Information

This workshop is led by Owen Moran, MSc, RN.

For the past 20 years, the goal of Owen’s work as Health Promotion Specialist at Concordia University Health Services has been to help students, staff and faculty achieve their optimal health. He has a Master’s degree in nursing from McGill University.