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| Journal of Developmental… | 3 |
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| Paul, Richard | 3 |
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Peer reviewedElder, Linda; Paul, Richard – Journal of Developmental Education, 1996
Discusses six stages of the development of critical thinkers: unreflective, challenged, beginning, practicing, advanced, and master thinkers. For each stage, describes the defining feature, the principle challenge, the knowledge or insight into thinking expressed, and the individual's skill in thinking. (AJL)
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Critical Thinking, Developmental Stages, Educational Theories
Peer reviewedElder, Linda; Paul, Richard – Journal of Developmental Education, 1996
Describes the following six stages that individuals go through as they develop as critical thinkers: reflective, challenged, beginning, practicing, advanced, and master thinker. For each stage, describes relevant intellectual traits, the self-assessment needed to move forward, and potential obstacles. (AJL)
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Critical Thinking, Developmental Stages, Educational Theories
Peer reviewedPaul, Richard; Elder, Linda – Journal of Developmental Education, 1997
Discusses the implications of the stage theory of critical thinking development. Argues that people actively pass through the predictable stages of unreflective, challenged, beginning, practicing, advanced, and master thinkers and that educators must bring critical thinking into instruction at the foundational level. Analyzes implications for…
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Critical Thinking, Developmental Stages, Educational Needs
