Teaching critical thinking skills is proven to be difficult. Learners often get overwhelmed by the complexity of critical concepts and are at risk of pre-emptively opting out. In this interactive workshop, we will introduce and illustrate the application of conversational card games in management learning and education. This approach to introducing participants to the teaching content translates theories into reflective, engaging questions and offers an accessible and provocative means to introduce concepts relevant to critical management studies. It also bridges the potential gap between complex critical management studies and practical application, making critical ideas accessible to a broader audience including students, industry professionals, and fellow researchers. In demonstrating and encouraging discussion of this approach, the workshop aims to foster an environment of active engagement, where participants are encouraged to consider how conversational card games can be a tool for introspection and challenging established practices in educational and industry settings.
