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ERIC Number: EJ412454
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1990
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A Survey and Analysis of Factors Related to the Teaching of Critical Thinking in Junior High Mathematics Classrooms.
Orton, Robert E.; Lawrenz, Frances
Journal of Research and Development in Education, v23 n3 p145-55 Spr 1990
Results are reported from a survey of junior high mathematics teachers' (N=146) critical thinking beliefs. The study addressed two questions: Where do teachers stand regarding the teaching of critical thinking skills? and What teaching practices characterize a "belief in critical thinking" versus its opposite view? (IAH)
Descriptors: Critical Thinking, Educational Objectives, Elementary Secondary Education, Factor Analysis, Junior High Schools, Learning Activities, Mathematics Instruction, Teacher Attitudes, Teaching Methods
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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