The big debate: Should critical thinking be taught as a standalone subject in schools?
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Critical thinking is an essential skill for students – but should it be taught as a standalone subject? We consider the reasons for and against.
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Critical thinking is an essential skill for students – but should it be taught as a standalone subject? We consider the reasons for and against.
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Most educators would agree that concept-based teaching and learning is vital to any meaningful education. The IB programme, for example, aligns with concept-based teaching and learning through its emphasis on critical thinking, intercultural understanding, transfer of knowledge and the learner profile.
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