DEVELOPING STUDENTS’ CRITICAL, ANALYTICAL, AND PROBLEM SOLVING THINKING THROUGH A CREATIVE APPROACH
Keywords:
Creative approach, critical thinking, analytical thinking, problem-solving, innovative methods, interactive learning, independent decision-making, pedagogical technologiesAbstract
This article analyzes the development of critical, analytical, and problem-solving thinking skills in students through creative approaches. In modern education, creative strategies are considered essential tools for fostering independent thinking, encouraging innovative perspectives, and enabling students to find creative solutions to complex situations. The article presents the theoretical foundations of this approach, drawing on Dewey’s experiential learning model, Vygotsky’s theory of the zone of proximal development, and Edward de Bono’s “Six Thinking Hats” method.
Additionally, the article examines the impact of methods such as group work, problem-based tasks, case studies, project-based learning, and role-playing games on students’ thinking abilities. Pedagogical experience and classroom observations show that creative approaches enhance the effectiveness of education, increase students’ motivation to learn, and contribute to shaping them into active, responsible, and creatively thinking professionals..
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