Critical ThinkingAs an academic subject, Critical Thinking is new, however, the study of language, reasoning and rhetoric has been important for thousands of years. Unlike most high level subjects, it is a skill that can be developed rather than a syllabus to be learned.
As an A level, Critical Thinking has been developed to demonstrate abilities in reasoning and criticality. Many universities and professional bodies test these abilities in their admissions testing. Having been involved in teaching the subject at all available levels from GCSE to Advanced Extension Award, including AS & A2, I am well aware of the benefits of Critical Thinking training and is increasingly widely regarded and a vital component of the education of those who want to access the best universities and professions. Key skillsAt all levels, the required skills are;
It is also necessary to be able to differentiate between arguments and explanations. For example;
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