Teaching Critical Thinking through Problem-solving approach

Critical thinking is a learned skill that requires instruction and practice. Teachers canenhancestudents’ critical thinking skills by (1) using Problem-solving approach that activelyengage students in the learning process rather than relying on lecture and rotememorization, (2) focusing instruction on the process of learning rather than solely on thecontent, and (3) using assessment techniques that provide students with an intellectualchallenge rather than memory recall.Several barriers can impede critical thinking instruction. Lack of training, limitedresources, biased preconceptions, and time constraints conspire to negate learningenvironments that promote critical thinking. However, actively engaging studentsProblem-solving approach or collaborative activities can encourage students’ criticalthinking development if instructors model the thinking process, use effective questioningtechniques, and guide students’ critical thinking processes.