Critical Thinking
Chandler, Patricia, School Librarian
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.
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Publication information:
Article title: Critical Thinking.
Contributors: Chandler, Patricia - Author.
Magazine title: School Librarian.
Volume: 60.
Issue: 1
Publication date: Spring 2012.
Page number: 21.
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