Section: MODULE 8 — Critical Thinking & Decision-Making | PSL Programme — Personal, Social and Learning-to-Learn Competencies

Module Overview

Welcome to Module 8 of the Bridge4Mothers PSL Programme.

This module focuses on strengthening:

critical thinking,
problem-solving,
decision-making,
reflection,
and independent thinking skills.

Everyday life involves making decisions related to:

family,
education,
work,
finances,
wellbeing,
and personal development.

Critical thinking helps people:

analyse information,
reflect before making decisions,
recognise different perspectives,
solve problems,
and make informed choices.

In today’s digital world, people are constantly exposed to:

information,
opinions,
online content,
advertisements,
and social media messages.

This module encourages participants to:

think critically,
ask questions,
recognise reliable information,
strengthen problem-solving approaches,
and make decisions with greater confidence.

Participants will explore:

critical thinking skills,
evaluating information,
reflective thinking,
problem-solving strategies,
and decision-making approaches.

The module promotes:

confidence,
independent thinking,
informed participation,
and lifelong learning.

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  Learning Objectives
  
  Select activity By the end of this module, participants will be ab...
  
  By the end of this module, participants will be able to:
  
  understand the importance of critical thinking,
  
  strengthen problem-solving and reflection skills,
  
  evaluate information more carefully,
  
  recognise different perspectives,
  
  and apply decision-making strategies in everyday life.
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  Expected Learning Outcomes
  
  Select activity Participants will: improve critical thinking compe...
  
  Participants will:
  
  improve critical thinking competences,
  
  strengthen confidence in decision-making,
  
  analyse information more effectively,
  
  and apply problem-solving strategies more confidently.
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  Estimated Learning Time
  
  Select activity Total Estimated Time: 5–6 Hours Including: present...
  
  Total Estimated Time:
  
  5–6 Hours
  
  Including:
  
  presentations,
  
  videos,
  
  reflection exercises,
  
  practical problem-solving activities,
  
  discussion forums,
  
  and self-assessment tasks.
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  2. LEARNING MATERIALS
  
  Select activity A. Presentation: Critical Thinking & Decision-Making
  
  A. Presentation: Critical Thinking & Decision-Making File PDF
  
  Select activity B. Video 1: “What is Critical Thinking?”
  
  B. Video 1: “What is Critical Thinking?” File MP4
  
  Select activity B. Video 2 “Recognising Reliable Information”
  
  B. Video 2 “Recognising Reliable Information” File MP4
  
  Select activity C. Reading Material Reading: Critical Thinking & Problem-Solving
  
  C. Reading Material Reading: Critical Thinking & Problem-Solving File PDF
  
  Select activity D. Downloadable Worksheet: Critical Thinking Reflection Worksheet
  
  D. Downloadable Worksheet: Critical Thinking Reflection Worksheet File PDF
  
  Select activity E. Problem-Solving Resource: Problem-Solving & Decision-Making Guide
  
  E. Problem-Solving Resource: Problem-Solving & Decision-Making Guide File PDF
  
  Select activity F. Infographic: Critical Thinking
  
  F. Infographic: Critical Thinking File PNG
  
  Select activity G. Guidance Resource: Strengthening Critical Thinking & Decision-Making
  
  G. Guidance Resource: Strengthening Critical Thinking & Decision-Making File PDF
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  3. PRACTICAL ACTIVITIES
  
  Select activity Activity 1 — Information Evaluation Exercise
  
  Activity 1 — Information Evaluation Exercise Assignment
  
  Opened: Saturday, 1 August 2026, 12:00 AM
  
  Due: Saturday, 8 August 2026, 12:00 AM
  
  Select activity Activity 2 — Problem-Solving Scenario Activity
  
  Activity 2 — Problem-Solving Scenario Activity Assignment
  
  Opened: Saturday, 1 August 2026, 12:00 AM
  
  Due: Saturday, 8 August 2026, 12:00 AM
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  4. REFLECTION & DISCUSSION
  
  Select activity Discussion Topic: “How can critical thinking support confidence, learning, and everyday decision-making?”
  
  Discussion Topic: “How can critical thinking support confidence, learning, and everyday decision-making?” Forum
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  5. ASSESSMENT
  
  Select activity A. Knowledge Quiz
  
  A. Knowledge Quiz
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  MODULE COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS
  
  Select activity To complete Module 8, participants must: View all ...
  
  To complete Module 8, participants must:
  
  View all learning materials
  
  Participate in discussion forum
  
  Complete practical activities
  
  Submit reflection assignment
  
  Complete quiz/self-assessment
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  FINAL MODULE MESSAGE
  
  Select activity Congratulations on completing Module 8. Critical t...
  
  Congratulations on completing Module 8.
  
  Critical thinking and decision-making skills support:
  
  confidence,
  
  independence,
  
  problem-solving,
  
  lifelong learning,
  
  and informed participation in society.
  
  Asking questions, reflecting carefully, and thinking critically can help strengthen confidence and support positive personal and professional growth.

Section outline

Module Overview

Total Estimated Time:

5–6 Hours