How to start your critical thinking
Key Information:
- Date and time
- Fri 15 January 2027
13:00 - 14:00 - Location
- Room 4D24, D Block, Frenchay Campus, Further info
- Contact
- Kelly Andrews Kelly.Andrews@uwe.ac.uk
- Cost
- Free
- Attendance
- Booking required
Description
The workshop explores what is meant by critical thinking, including when this skill can be applied to academic work. The Socrates Method is introduced with guidance provided on how to apply this method to enhance critical thinking.
By the end of the session, you will feel more confident about:
- Exploring what is meant by critical thinking
- Applying the Socrates method to your own work
- Identifying features of descriptive and critical writing
Location
Room 4D24, D Block
Frenchay Campus
Coldharbour Lane
Bristol
BS16 1QY
UK
Accessibility
Accessibility:
Venue Information:
- Accessible parking: Yes
- Step-free access: Yes
- Automatic doors: Yes
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Guide/assistance dog-friendly: Yes
- Quiet spaces available: Yes
For full details check out our Library accessibility guide or contact us for specific queries.
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