1.1 Learning and Resources
Our Learning Resources Catalog offers a series of targeted, skill-building courses designed to deepen intellectual engagement, sharpen professional competencies, and strengthen leadership capacity. Each course supports core elements of cognitive development and leadership thinking, grounded in evidence-based practices and applicable across disciplines.
Explore sessions that encourage critical inquiry, systems awareness, creativity, and reflective action—ideal for students, staff, faculty, and organizational teams seeking to grow in meaningful and measurable ways.
Key notes
- Courses are aligned with cognitive and leadership development goals
- All sessions include interactive elements and practical application
- Suitable for students, educators, professionals, and leadership teams
These courses are designed for students, educators, professional staff, and emerging leaders who want to strengthen their thinking, communication, and decision-making in personal, academic, or organizational contexts.
1.1 Learning and Resources Courses

Making Research Work for You
Learn how to gather, interpret, and apply information using sound research practices and ethical standards.
1.1.1 Research

Strengthening Teams through Perspective-Taking
Build empathy and broaden understanding by exploring multiple viewpoints and cultural contexts.
1.1.2 Other Perspectives

Transforming Reflection into Action
Practice self-awareness and apply insights from learning experiences to real-world situations.
1.1.3 Reflection and Application

Developing a Systems Thinking Mindset
Develop the ability to see connections, patterns, and consequences across systems and organizations.
1.1.4 Systems Thinking

Critical Analysis for Effective Decision-Making
Strengthen the ability to break down information, identify patterns, and assess evidence critically.
1.1.5 Analysis

Harnessing Synthesis for Success
Combine diverse ideas, concepts, and data into new and cohesive understandings.
1.1.6 Synthesis

Strengthening Information Evaluation Skills
Make informed judgments based on criteria, logic, and ethical considerations.
1.1.7 Evaluation

Think Bigger: Expanding Your Creative Potential
Cultivate creativity and brainstorming skills to generate innovative solutions and fresh thinking.
1.1.8 Idea Generation

Mastering Effective Problem-Solving
Apply structured approaches to identify challenges, evaluate solutions, and implement effective outcomes.
1.1.9 Problem Solving

Strategies for Smart Decision-Making
Learn how to weigh options, manage uncertainty, and make timely, responsible choices.
1.1.10 Decision Making