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Critical and innovative thinking

Critical and innovative thinking

Critical and innovative thinking

Systematic analysis and creative problem solving

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The ability to analyse and evaluate information in a systematic and logical manner, while also generating new and original ideas through creative and divergent thinking. It involves question

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Problem solving

The ability to develop strategies to find solutions to practical, operational or conceptual problems in a wide range of contexts. This includes the ability to identify, analyse, and resolve

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Generate ideas

The ability to utilise creative thinking techniques, brainstorming, and idea generation processes to develop unique solutions to problems or challenges. It involves breaking away from conven

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Innovative thinking

The ability to develop ideas or conclusions that lead to the creation and implementation of innovations or changes.

ESCO skills

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Creative thinking

The ability to generate original or new ideas or combine existing ones to develop innovative, novel solutions by utilising divergent thinking techniques and breaking away from conventional p

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Ability to learn

The ability to show a positive attitude towards new and challenging demands by learning through various means, such as experience, instruction, observation, or study. It involves the cogniti

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Conscientiousness

The ability to process information, ideas and committments and to take into account indirect and long-term consequences when planning and making decisions. Consider the effects on other peop

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