Introduction to Critical Thinking and Core Principles
5CO02 – Evidence-based practice
This CIPD Level 5 video introduces the core principles of critical thinking as outlined in unit 5CO02 – Evidence-based practice, specifically addressing assessment criteria AC 1.3. The video explores objective rational thinking, well-reasoned argument, and techniques for questioning the validity of sources and evidence whilst recognising conscious and unconscious bias. You'll learn how to apply critical thinking to your own and others' ideas through comparing methodologies, differentiating between fact and opinion, and identifying personal agendas and misinformation. By completing this resource, you'll develop essential skills in triangulation, managing information complexity, and avoiding accepting information at face value—competencies vital for evidence-based practice in HR.
Assessment Criteria 1.3
Explain the principles of critical thinking including how you apply these to your own and others’ ideas.
Indicative Content
Principles of critical thinking: for example objective rational thinking and well- reasoned argument. Questioning and checking validity of sources and validity of ‘evidence’; awareness of bias – conscious and unconscious, yours and others’. How to apply to own and others’ ideas: comparing ‘like with like’ and recognising different methodologies, approaches and contexts; ensuring clarity of terminology and differentiating between fact and opinion; awareness of personal agendas and ‘fake news’, not taking information at ‘face value’; managing ambiguity and complexity of information; triangulation and testing out of conclusions.
What You'll Learn
Video covering: Introduction to Critical Thinking and Core Principles
About 5CO02 – Evidence-based practice
This unit addresses the significance of capturing robust quantitative and qualitative evidence to inform meaningful insight and influence critical thinking. It focuses on analysing evidence through an ethical lens to improve decision-making and how measuring the impact of people practice is essential in creating value.
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