Critical Thinking

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Whist critical thinking has its origins in ancient times it has emerged as an important tool in modern educational practice. Teaching students 'how to think' or how to develop a means of systematically asking and answering questions is undertaken either implicitly through particular subject matter, for example periods in history, or through a programme of explicit thinking skills which may or may not lead to qualifications.

Encouraging Critical Thinking Online

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Originally supported by MIMAS and JISC, development to the much valued intute site ceased in July 2011. However, the content is still available and has …