BOOK CLUB: Think Again: The Power of Knowing What You Don't Know
By Adam Grant
Discussion Led by Christine Whitt, Ed.D., CSSBB, RBLP-T
August 2025
10am-11am PT / 12pm-1pm CT / 1pm-2pm ET
Discussion Guide, Quiz, and Evaluation will unlock two months before the scheduled live discussion date.
“Intelligence is traditionally viewed as the ability to think and learn. Yet in a turbulent word, there’s another set of cognitive skills that might matter more: the ability to rethink and unlearn” (Grant, 2021). In his book Think Again, psychologist Adam Grant challenges readers to think like a scientist and expand their cognitive power by thinking again. Using evidence based practices and research to support his ideas, Grant invites readers to embrace being wrong and harness the power of continual growth.
Participants of this book study will learn about the value of rethinking by focusing on opening ones own mind, advocating for others to be more open minded, and creating communities of growth. Through book study and optional discussion, participants are invited to let go of their biases and embrace change.
Homestudy requires completion of quiz and evaluation.
Optional live discussion will be held online via Zoom. Link to access will be provided to participants individually.
———————
This Homestudy, when completed in its entirety, offers 5.0 CEs for Psychologists, 5.0 IL CEUS for Counselors and Social Workers, 5.0 BBS California CEUs for LPCCs, LPSWs, and LMFTs, 5.0 NASP CPDs for School Psychologists, 5.0 ISBE CPDs for Illinois Educators, or 5.0 SHRM PDCs for Human Resource Professionals.
This optional Live Discussion, when attended in its entirety, offers 1.0 CEs for Psychologists, 1.0 IL CEUS for Counselors and Social Workers, 1.0 BBS California CEUs for LPCCs, LPSWs, and LMFTs, 1.0 NASP CPDs for School Psychologists, 1.0 ISBE CPDs for Illinois Educators, or 1.0 SHRM PDCs for Human Resource Professionals.
“Intelligence is traditionally viewed as the ability to think and learn. Yet in a turbulent word, there’s another set of cognitive skills that might matter more: the ability to rethink and unlearn” (Grant, 2021). In his book Think Again, psychologist Adam Grant challenges readers to think like a scientist and expand their cognitive power by thinking again. Using evidence based practices and research to support his ideas, Grant invites readers to embrace being wrong and harness the power of continual growth.
Participants of this book study will learn about the value of rethinking by focusing on opening ones own mind, advocating for others to be more open minded, and creating communities of growth. Through book study and optional discussion, participants are invited to let go of their biases and embrace change.
After attending this introductory-level program, participants will be able to:
Explain the value of rethinking
Discuss the process of being open minded
Identify methods of encouraging open mindedness
Discuss approaches to creating communities of growth.
This program meets APA’s continuing education STANDARD 1.2: Program content focuses on ethical, legal, statutory or regulatory policies, guidelines, and standards that influence psychological practice, education, or research.
This program meets APA’s continuing education GOAL 3: Program will allow psychologists to maintain, develop, and increase competencies in order to improve services to the public and enhance contributions to the profession.
Cost of program does not include purchase of the book.
General Admission (Homestudy only): $60
General Admission (w/ live discussion): $70
The Chicago School Staff/Faculty/Alumni (Homestudy only): $50
The Chicago School Staff/Faculty/Alumni (w/ live discussion): $60
Students (Homestudy only): $30
Students (w/ live discussion): $40
Students (w/ live discussion): $50
Live Discussion is limited to 20 participants.
(*Please email [email protected] for coupon code)
Refund Policy: 100% of tuition is refundable up to 48 hours before the program. Within 48 hours of the program, and at any point in Homestudy format, tuition is nonrefundable.
Dr. Christine Whitt, CSSBB, RBLP-T
Dr. Chris Whitt is the Director of the Office of Continuing Education at The Chicago School. She has over 20 years experience working in education and education leadership. In her roles, she has experience in building and maintaining community partnerships, instructional design, accreditation and compliance, employee coaching, instructional leadership, social emotional learning support, and program management. Additionally, Dr. Whitt has held the position as a board member and officer for multiple local and state level planning boards. She also provides support in executive coaching and HR and supports interns as a clinical coach. Dr. Whitt has a passion for continuing professional and team growth through targeted learning and positive climate building.
Dr. Whitt holds a Doctor of Education and an Education Specialist Degree in Education Leadership from Liberty University, a Master of Science in Instructional Systems and Bachelors of English Education from Florida State University. She’s also earned certifications in Online Instructional Design, K12 Administration, Secondary English, English as a Second Language, Reading Specialist, and Resilient-Based Leadership Professional Trainer.
Grant, A (2021). Think again: The power of knowing what you don’t know. Viking Press.
See book for additional references.
Target Audience: Mental Health Professionals, Organizational Leaders, and Students
Psychologists. This program, when attended in its entirety, is available for 5.0 (homestudy) and 1.0 (live discussion) continuing education credits. The Chicago School of Professional Psychology is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The Chicago School of Professional Psychology maintains responsibility for this program and its content. The Chicago School of Professional Psychology is committed to accessibility and non-discrimination in its continuing education activities. The Chicago School of Professional Psychology is also committed to conducting all activities in conformity with the American Psychological Association’s Ethical Principles for Psychologists. Participants are asked to be aware of the need for privacy and confidentiality throughout the program. If program content becomes stressful, participants are encouraged to process these feelings during discussion periods.
Counselors/Clinical Counselors. This program, when attended in its entirety, is available for 5.0 (homestudy) and 1.0 (live discussion) hours of continuing education. The Chicago School of Professional Psychology is licensed by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) to provide continuing education programming for counselors and clinical counselors. License Number: 197.000159
Social Workers. This program, when attended in its entirety, is available for 5.0 (homestudy) and 1.0 (live discussion) hours of continuing education. The Chicago School of Professional Psychology is licensed by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) to provide continuing education programming for social workers. License Number: 159.001036
MFTs, LPCCs, and LCSWs. Course meets the qualifications for 5.0 (homestudy) and 1.0 (live discussion) hours of continuing education credit for MFTs, LPCCs, and/or LCSWs as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. If you are licensed outside of California please check with your local licensing agency to to determine if they will accept these CEUs. The Chicago School of Professional Psychology is approved by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) to offer continuing education programming for MFTs, LPCCs, LEPs, and/or LCSWs. The Chicago School of Professional Psychology is an accredited or approved postsecondary institution that meets the requirements set forth in Sections 4980.54(f)(1), 4989.34, 4996.22(d)(1), or 4999.76(d) of the Code.
Human Resource Professionals. Course meets the qualifications for 5.0 (homestudy) and 1.0 (live discussion) Professional Development Credits for Human Resource Professionals.
Illinois Educators. This program, when attended in its entirety, is available for 5.0 (homestudy) and 1.0 (live discussion) hours of continuing professional development units. The Chicago School of Professional Psychology is an approved provider for continuing professional development by the Illinois State Board of Education.
School Psychologists. This program, when attended in its entirety, is available for 5.0 (homestudy) and 1.0 (live discussion) hours of continuing professional development. The Chicago School of Professional Psychology’s School Psychology Program is approved by the National Association of School Psychologists to offer continuing professional development. The Chicago School of Professional Psychology maintains responsibility for this continuing professional development activity.
Non-Psychologists. Most licensing boards accept Continuing Education Credits sponsored by the American Psychological Association but non-psychologists are recommended to consult with their specific state-licensing board to ensure that APA-sponsored CE is acceptable.
*Participants must attend 100% of the program in order to obtain a Certificate of Attendance.
If participants have special needs, we will attempt to accommodate them. Please address questions, concerns and any complaints to [email protected]. There is no commercial support for this program nor are there any relationships between the CE Sponsor, presenting organization, presenter, program content, research, grants, or other funding that could reasonably be construed as conflicts of interest.
The Office of Continuing Education at The Chicago School is not affiliated with the author, publisher, or any book sellers, and receives no financial support from the sales of the book.