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| Journal of Reading | 5 |
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| Cabrera, George A. | 1 |
| Guthrie, John T. | 1 |
| Miccinati, Jeanette L. | 1 |
| Muth, K. Denise | 1 |
| Otto, Wayne | 1 |
| Wood, Karen D. | 1 |
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| Information Analyses | 5 |
| Journal Articles | 5 |
| Guides - Classroom - Teacher | 2 |
| Reference Materials -… | 1 |
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Peer reviewedGuthrie, John T. – Journal of Reading, 1982
Reflects on the importance of observation and documentation of detail in producing critical thinking and accurate writing. (AEA)
Descriptors: Critical Thinking, Memory, Perception, Perceptual Development
Peer reviewedCabrera, George A. – Journal of Reading, 1994
Offers brief descriptions of eight books which are recommended readings on critical thinking. (SR)
Descriptors: Annotated Bibliographies, Critical Thinking, Educational Research, Educational Theories
Peer reviewedMiccinati, Jeanette L. – Journal of Reading, 1988
Finds the use of mapping strategies drawn from current research enhances students' ability to organize, analyze, evaluate, and reason critically when composing from academic sources. Presents five examples. (NH)
Descriptors: Cognitive Mapping, Critical Thinking, Expository Writing, Higher Education
Peer reviewedWood, Karen D.; Muth, K. Denise – Journal of Reading, 1991
Surveys research on middle schools to discuss the best instructional strategies for this level. Discusses prevailing and preferred instructional practices regarding mode of presentation, instructional format, use of textbooks and materials, nature of classroom activities, and questioning, critical thinking, and problem solving. (SR)
Descriptors: Class Activities, Critical Thinking, Instructional Effectiveness, Instructional Improvement
Peer reviewedOtto, Wayne – Journal of Reading, 1989
Discusses the unique approaches, well-put notions, fine-tuned procedures, or insightful conclusions in 10 dissertations nominated for the 1989 Outstanding Dissertation Award from the International Reading Association. (RS)
Descriptors: Critical Thinking, Doctoral Dissertations, Elementary Secondary Education, Generalization
