THE ROLE OF CRITICAL THINKING IN TEACHING READING AND WRITING
Keywords:
Keywords: Critical thinking, reading comprehension, analytical skills, argumentation, textual analysis, logical reasoning, evidence-based writing, cognitive development, rhetorical strategies, interdisciplinary literacy, higher-order thinking, intellectual autonomy, digital literacy, information evaluation, academic writing.Abstract
Annotation: Critical thinking is crucial for developing reading and writing
skills, transforming them into engaging processes. This article explores how it
enhances students' abilities to analyze and synthesize information, emphasizing
essential cognitive skills like inference and metacognition. It discusses effective
pedagogical strategies and argues that critical thinking is vital for academic success
and informed decision-making in today’s complex information landscape.
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