Can thinking be taught? <

 

Find out at a discussion

of Edward de Bono's CORT

thinking activities:

THURSDAY NOVEMBER 26
ROOM 3408
12:00 - 1:30

 

Edward de Bono is considered by many to be the leading authority in

the world on the direct teaching of thinking. His thinking techniques

are widely used in many countries in a variety of educational and business
settings. Best known as the inventor of the term ‘lateral thinking’,

he has campaigned globally for an increased awareness of the value

of learning strategies for creative thinking and problem-solving.

Last May, a presentation given by de Bono to the ACCC conference in
Hamilton was received by telecast at the college and many in the audience
expressed considerable interest in learning more about de Bono's approach
to teaching thinking, especially his CORT Thinking Program. CORT is

a program containing 60 thinking skills that de Bono argues can be
applied to all subject areas at any level. It is a bold claim that

is worth exploring.

On Thursday, November 26 several instructors will lead a discussion

of CORT, its aims, its uses, its benefits and its weaknesses. The

intention is to have a lively exchange of views and experiences regarding

CORT and de Bono's approach to teaching thinking. O

Anyone who wishes to learn more about the practical application of
de Bono's ideas in a college setting is invited to attend.

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