Critical Thinking Skills in Elementary School Curricula in some Arab Countries—A Comparative Analysis

Bahatheg, Raja Omar

doi:10.5539/ies.v12n4p217

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“…The ability to think critically is indispensable in everyday life. It can help decipher questions related to mental and spiritual, can be used to evaluate people, policies, and institutions, and solve social problems (Bahatheg, 2019). This study shows that students' critical thinking skills in a class and one group are always diverse.…”

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Students Critical Thinking Skills Through Project-Based Learning Models in Solving Pythagoras Theorem Problems

Sameth

Lessy²

2022

IMEIJ

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Mathematics is a symbolic language of its characteristics is to use deductive reasoning and inductive reasoning methods. In the teaching of mathematics each subject is a unit so that the mastery of one subject is a support to learn the next subject. Similarly, the ability of students in carrying out calculating operations in mathematics lessons in developing students' critical thinking skills. To perform calculating operations on the right learning requires the right learning model and teaching materials. Therefore, the right learning model in cultivating students' critical thinking skills is a project-based learning model. This research aims to find out the ability to think critically through project-based learning models on the material of the theorem theorem phytagoras of students in class VIII of State Junior High School 5 West Leihitu District. The type of research used in this study is qualitative descriptive. The process of taking subjects is based on the highest value of group work on LKS. From the results of the group's work, 3 students were taken from the total number of students, namely 30 people. The instruments used in this study were researchers, tests and interviews. The data analysis techniques used follow concepts developed by Miles and Huberman, namely data reduction, data presentation, and inference. The results of the data analysis obtained that the critical thinking skills possessed by each student vary. From the results of interviews with 3 subjects, it is known that sl subjects meet 4 indicators of critical thinking skills used in this study, namely providing simple explanations, building basic abilities, making conclusions, and providing advanced explanations. The AH subject meets two indicators: providing simple explanations and building basic skills. While the subject of RK only met one indicator used in this study, namely building basic capabilities in the problem-solving process.

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Students Critical Thinking Skills Through Project-Based Learning Models in Solving Pythagoras Theorem Problems

Sameth

Lessy²

2022

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“…Critical thinking is an important level of thinking owned by students, especially in math learning (Taja-on, 2021). By having critical thinking skills will help students in the problemsolving process when learning in the classroom (Bahatheg, 2019;Munawaroh, 2018). But because the potential for creativity requires special help to develop critical thinking skills, the learning process in the classroom should be designed by teachers well so as to help students to think by using their skills in problem solving (Sarıcan et al, 2021;Serin, 2020).…”

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Analysis of Students' Critical Thinking Skills in Solving Trigonometric Problems

Sianturi,

Astrilia

2021

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The thought processes practiced in school are limited to cognition, memory, and convergent thinking, while divergent thinking and evaluation are less noticed. Learning activities focused on recording, memorizing, and recalling, learning is concentrated on exercises that are procedural and mechanistic. This research aims to find out the critical thinking skills of students in solving trigonometric problems in grade XI of SMA Negeri 6 Medan. The type of research used is qualitative descriptive. The subjects in this study amounted to 1 person who was selected using the purposive sampling technique, which is the highest score of student test results. The instruments used are tests to find out the student's learning results as the basis for subject selection and interviews are used to find out the student's critical thinking skills. Data analysis used is qualitative data analysis consisting of data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion withdrawal. The results of data analysis obtained that the subject in the learning process and the process of solving the problem of trigonometric material has the ability to think critically. Subjects have three indicators of critical thinking skills used in this study, namely trying to know information well, providing reasons for problem solving, and looking for alternative solutions

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“…Benedicto (2022) partially agrees with this idea; the scholar notes that a key characteristic of critical thinking is the ability to analyze information, sort, and draw the relevant conclusions. The scientist Bahatheg (2019) emphasizes that critical thinking in the context of modern digital development is the most essential skill for students. After all, the ability to apply critical thinking will have a positive impact on the further scientific or professional activities of the pupil and the student.…”

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Strategies for developing critical thinking and problem-based learning in the modern educational environment

Hutsalo,

Skliar,

Abrosimov

et al. 2024

Multidiscip. Sci. J.

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Ensuring the development of critical thinking stands as an essential factor in shaping students’ professional and educational growth, fostering improved learning quality, better assimilation of educational material, and the application of knowledge in practical settings. Within the research framework, a significant focus lies on formulating strategies for nurturing critical thinking. In the realm of pedagogical activities, this necessitates preparing, planning, and adapting strategies in line with the specific requirements of the educational audience. The primary objective of this academic paper is to explore current strategies, particularly those widely employed in advanced countries, aimed at enhancing students’ cognitive and analytical capacities. An integral part of this exploration involves analyzing the utilization of the problem-based learning method as a catalyst for achieving heightened levels of critical thinking and analytical agility. This scientific article delineates the core theoretical components of the critical thinking concept, revealing diverse approaches to critical thinking strategies. Furthermore, it offers recommendations on integrating these strategies into the educational process, aligning them with established pedagogical methodologies. The investigation encompasses an examination of the practices in developed countries that stimulate critical thinking and the means employed to achieve this objective. The research findings underscore the imperative nature of fostering students’ critical thinking within the educational environment, especially considering the escalating demand for technological advancements. Drawing upon a theoretical exploration of contemporary scholars and practical accomplishments of educational institutions, this academic paper aims to ensure and enhance the quality of critical thinking. Consequently, these findings serve as a foundational resource for devising future strategies, illustrating effective methods for cultivating students’ cognitive capabilities.

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Critical Thinking Skills in Elementary School Curricula in some Arab Countries—A Comparative Analysis

Cited by 7 publications

References 13 publications

Students Critical Thinking Skills Through Project-Based Learning Models in Solving Pythagoras Theorem Problems

Students Critical Thinking Skills Through Project-Based Learning Models in Solving Pythagoras Theorem Problems

Analysis of Students' Critical Thinking Skills in Solving Trigonometric Problems

Strategies for developing critical thinking and problem-based learning in the modern educational environment

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