Enhancing Cognitive Abilities: C3 Thinking in the Age of Generative AI Seminar Announcement

Seminar Announcement: Enhancing Cognitive Abilities in the Age of Generative AI

Host: CMC Research, Inc. Visit here for details

Instructor: Mr. Kazuhiro Nomura, CEO of NB Research
Date: April 21, 2026 (Tuesday) 10:30 AM - 4:30 PM (Lunch Break: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM)
Location: Chiyoda Platform Square, Tokyo, Japan

Seminar Overview

In this age of generative AI, the essential question arises: what forms of thought processes must humans refine? This seminar titled "Enhancing Cognitive Abilities: C3 Thinking in the Age of Generative AI" aims to explore and systematize the concept of 'C3 Thinking'—a methodology that unites creative thinking, critical analysis, and communication skills.

Goals of the Seminar

Since the emergence of generative AI in late 2022, AI has transformed from a concept to a tangible aspect of daily business practice, enabling natural language conversations and integration with organizational workflows. However, the advent of generative AI also raises concerns. Issues such as misinformation and security risks compound as professionals increasingly rely on AI, resulting in noticeable declines in critical thinking abilities. This seminar will address these pressing issues and introduce the newly developed C3 Thinking methodology, which emphasizes three critical components: Creative, Critical, and Communicative.

Key Features of the Seminar

Participants can expect the following outcomes:
1. Understanding the Necessity of Cognitive Skills:
- The current trends in generative AI.
- A breakdown of what cognitive skills will look like in the future.
- Key frameworks that define essential cognitive skill components.
- Introduction to C3 Thinking methodology.

2. Creative Thinking Efficiency:
- Learn techniques and methods that define creative thinking.
- Engage in practical exercises using brainstorming and associative thinking methodologies.

3. Critical Thinking for Evaluation:
- Frameworks that foster critical thinking to question assumptions and validate information, especially within AI outputs.
- Exercises that encourage skepticism of data and challenge premise assumptions.

4. Communicative Thinking Skills:
- Gain insights into effective presentation skills and the importance of language in communication.
- Develop visual thinking with diagrams that articulate your ideas clearly.

5. Interactive Q&A Session:
- An opportunity to clarify concepts and discuss potential applications in both research and professional settings.

Participation Details

- General Admission: ¥55,000 (Includes materials)
- Newsletter Subscribers: ¥49,500 (Includes materials)
- Academic Rate: ¥26,400 (Includes materials)

To register, please visit the CMC Research seminar page.
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Instructor Profile

Shinichi Ogata
CEO of Business Studio, Inc.
Graduated from Kyoto University, Department of Mathematics. With extensive experience in strategy consulting for the information and communication sectors, Ogata has been pivotal in guiding numerous enterprises toward success in digital transition and business strategy.
His expertise encompasses training sessions on logical and critical thinking, strategic planning, and creative methodologies, catering primarily to major corporations across various sectors.

Conclusion

This seminar is not just an educational opportunity but a crucial step toward adapting our cognitive skills to meet the challenges posed by generative AI systems. We encourage you to join us in this enlightening journey to enhance your cognitive capabilities in the rapidly evolving digital landscape.