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Learning Skills

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Critical thinking 

Critical thinking in academic work involves looking at ideas, theories, and evidence with a questioning mindset to determine their relevance, reliability and worth.

It involves analysing the evidence in detail, finding strengths and weaknesses, and considering the relevance and value of alternative viewpoints. Developing your critical thinking skills will enable you to provide carefully considered, evidenced based responses to your assignment questions. 

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