Critical Thinking: An Exploration of Theory and Practice

by JenniferMoon (Author)

• New

  Paperback
  2007

  $49.38

  In this book, Jennifer Moon explores and clarifies critical thinking and provides practical guidance for improving student learning and supporting the teaching process.

  Key themes covered include:

  • different views of and approaches to critical thinking with an emphasis on a practical basis that can be translated into use in the classroom.
  • links between learning, thinking and writing
  • the place of critical thinking alongside other academic activities such as reflective learning and argument
  • critical thinking and assessment, class environments, staff knowledge and development, writing tasks and oral tasks.

  Teachers in all disciplines in post-compulsory education will find this approach to defining and improving students' critical thinking skills invaluable.