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Peer reviewedMcPhail, Irving P. – Journal of Reading, 1981
Teaching students test wiseness can have a number of positive results, including improving the validity of the tests themselves and improving the scores of minority students on tests. (AEA)
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Elementary Education, Minority Groups, Problem Solving
Peer reviewedWhimbey, Arthur – Journal of Reading, 1985
Examines why analytical thinking should be a major focus of teaching in the reading and writing classroom. (HOD)
Descriptors: Abstract Reasoning, Cognitive Processes, Communication Skills, Expository Writing
Peer reviewedThomas, David A. – Journal of Reading, 1988
Encourages classroom teachers to improve their students' reading and reasoning skills by helping them to interpret math problems correctly. (RAE)
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Logical Thinking, Mathematics Instruction, Mathematics Skills
Peer reviewedFrager, Alan M.; Thompson, Loren C. – Journal of Reading, 1985
Offers examples of lessons in conflict in reading material that can lead students to read critically, to seek further reading, and to enhance their comprehension.(HOD)
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Conflict, Content Area Reading, Critical Reading
Peer reviewedWhimbey, Arthur; And Others – Journal of Reading, 1980
Describes a summer program for prefreshman science students entering Xavier University, designed to develop their problem-solving and academic abilities by emphasizing the connection between reading comprehension and analytical skills. (MKM)
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Critical Reading, Critical Thinking, Educational Research
