Work

MESHguide Critical Thinking in Design and Technology

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: This guide explores the concept of critical thinking within the context of Design and Technology (D&T) education. Drawing upon a range of international research, it examines how critical thinking is defined, how it relates to creativity, and its importance in D&T classrooms. The guide highlights pedagogical strategies for developing students' critical thinking skills, emphasizing the need for a structured and sequenced approach. It also discusses the role of critical thinking in preparing learners for future careers, civic engagement, and lifelong learning. The guide concludes with a call for D&T educators to embed and model critical thinking consistently across all stages of primary and secondary education.

Source: Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)

DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.16464346

Author: Brown, Rich

Institution: University of Cambridge

Language: English

Topic: Education and Critical Thinking Development

Subfield: Education

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Quality education

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W6969153193

FWCI:

Cites:

Cited by:

Related to: