Critical Thinking for Primary Learners in Social Studies.

Marshall, Patricia

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ERIC Number: EJ434992

Record Type: Journal

Publication Date: 1991

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Critical Thinking for Primary Learners in Social Studies.

Marshall, Patricia

Southern Social Studies Journal, v16 n2 p2-15 Spr 1991

Argues that teachers should encourage critical thinking among primary school students. Asserts that readiness exercises can help students develop the mental reasoning skills necessary for critical thinking. Suggests (1) posing questions that elicit reflective responses; (2) encouraging students to ask questions to obtain information; and (3) providing opportunities for open-ended discussion. (SG)

Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Critical Thinking, Discussion (Teaching Technique), Elementary Education, Elementary School Students, Learning Readiness, Primary Education, Thinking Skills

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative; Guides - Non-Classroom

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Audience: Teachers; Practitioners

Language: English

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