Using Questions to Foster Critical Thinking and Curiosity

Course details

With AI automating routine tasks, uniquely human skills like critical thinking and curiosity are more essential than ever for career resilience and innovation. We are all innately curious—so why is it that some people seem to discover more answers and lead a more empowering life than others? Put simply, they tend to think critically and ask the right questions. In this course, learn how to leverage the power of questions to move your team, leadership, and career to the next level. Join LinkedIn Top Voice Joshua Miller as he spells out the benefits of getting curious and shows you how to empower yourself through questions. Along the way, discover social media's role in asking questions, why certain types of questions can lead to dead ends, and how to effectively leverage the power of AI for ideation, feedback, reflection, and more. By the end of this course, you'll be equipped with a better understanding of how to use questions to seize opportunities and open new doors.

Concepts

Introduction

Critical thinking and curiosity matter in the age of AI
Why is this important right now

Core Questioning Techniques - Introducing AI as a Thinking Partner

How to ask powerful questions for critical analysis
Using questions to navigate ambiguity and uncertainty
Building a questioning mindset with practical frameworks
Using AI as a thinking partner - Ask the right questions

Critical Thinking in the Context of AI and Automation

Applying critical thinking to AI-driven workplace challenges
Recognizing and mitigating biases in automated environments
Critical thinking to evaluate data and information sources

Curiosity-Driven Innovation for Future Success

Curiosity fuels innovation and creative problem-solving
Fostering a culture of curiosity across teams and organizations
Using curiosity to adapt to rapid technological change
AI as a tool for radical ideation

Building and Sustaining Critical Thinking and Curiosity Habits

Daily practices to strengthen critical thinking and curiosity
Embed curiosity into your professional routines and workflows
Measuring progress and seeking feedback on your skills
AI-in-action tip - Using AI for feedback and reflection

Conclusion

Sustain growth with curiosity

Using Questions to Foster Critical Thinking and Curiosity

Authors

Joshua Miller