TEACHING CRITICAL THINKING THROUGH TEXT ANALYSIS
Abstract
Critical thinking is a fundamental skill in modern education, enabling learners to evaluate information, form reasoned judgments, and engage thoughtfully with complex ideas. One effective way to foster critical thinking is through text analysis, which encourages students to move beyond surface-level understanding and actively interrogate written material. This article explores how teaching strategies centered on text analysis can develop learners’ critical thinking abilities. It discusses key approaches, classroom practices, and the role of teachers in guiding students toward deeper comprehension, interpretation, and evaluation of texts.
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