The art of thinking critically
Across Atomic Learning Unit
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ALU Description
Atomic Learning Units (ALUs) are short, focused learning experiences that build practical, future-ready skills. Each targets a single outcome and delivers high-impact knowledge in 25–90 minutes. ALUs can be taken individually or combined into micro-credential courses or parts of degree programmes, letting you learn at your own pace and tailor your studies to your goals.
ALU Description Card
| ALU description | This learning unit introduces students to the principles and practices of critical thinking as an essential skill for academic success, informed decision-making, and professional development. Students will learn how to evaluate information objectively, analyze arguments, identify assumptions and biases, and develop well-reasoned conclusions. |
| E-Campus ALU Code | ALU-014 |
| Target learners | Bachelor, Lifelong Learners, Master, PhD |
| Language(s) of Instruction | EN |
| Language of Subtitles / Translation | English |
| Teacher(s) | Małgorzata Komarewska |
| Schedule / dates | 2026-12-07 to 2026-12-07 – Once – Once 14:00-16:30 – Europe/Warsaw |
| Time zone | Europe/Warsaw |
| Teaching Form & Workload | Other forms |
| Field of Study | Generic programmes and qualifications, Education, Arts and humanities, Social sciences, journalism and information, Business, administration and law, Natural sciences, mathematics and statistics, Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs), Engineering, manufacturing and construction, Agriculture, forestry, fisheries and veterinary, Health and welfare, Services |
| Learning modalities | online, real-time |
| Transversal skills | Entrepreneurship, EU values, Other transversal skills (e.g. critical thinking, problem-solving, creativity, decision-making communication, teamwork) |
| Learning Outcomes | Students will develop the ability to think independently and make informed decisions in academic, professional, and everyday contexts and will be able to analyze information critically, evaluate the credibility of evidence and arguments, identify logical fallacies and biases, solve problems using reasoned approaches, and make informed, evidence-based decisions in a variety of contexts. |
| Assessment Criteria | Active class participation |
| Type of ALU | Part of a micro-credential course or degree programme |
| Responsible institution(s) | Bialystok University of Technology |
| Coordinator | Małgorzata Komarewska – m.komarewska@pb.edu.pl |
| Contact person for further information | Małgorzata Komarewska – m.komarewska@pb.edu.pl |
| Venue or online link | Moodle (link to BUT’s platform) |
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The art of thinking critically
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