{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6696a51513ea555fe3519605/67850136ab54a26ea76bd651?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Critical Thinking","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/6696a51513ea555fe3519605/1736771781774-430042ef-56e0-40b8-bd01-b2daea485dea.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>In the fourth episode of ESD Simulation Training’s podcast series, host Brian Hillaby discusses critical thinking with Howard Thomas, a seasoned process consultant with decades of experience in engineering and operations. Howard shares his \"golden rules\" for effective critical thinking, emphasizing evidence-based decision-making, precise measurement, and avoiding assumptions. He highlights the distinction between critical and creative thinking and explains how ESD’s immersive training course, built around a practical board game, helps participants develop analytical skills. Howard also touches on themes from his book&nbsp;<em>Simplicity from Complexity</em>, advocating for deeper understanding to simplify problem-solving.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Visit&nbsp;<a href=\"http://www.esdsimulation.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">www.esdsimulation.com</a>&nbsp;to learn more.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p>","author_name":"Kate Dixon"}