1 Developing Critical Thinking Skills in the High （1发展批判性思维技能的高）.pdf

1 Developing Critical Thinking Skills in the High School English Classroom by Genal Hove A Research Paper Submitted in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Master of Science Degree in Education Approved: 2 Semester Credits Dr. James Lehmann The Graduate School University of Wisconsin-Stout May, 2011 2 The Graduate School University of Wisconsin-Stout Menominee, WI Author: Hove, Genal M. Title: Developing Critical Thinking Skills in the High School English Classroom Graduate Degree/Major: MS Education Research Advisor: James Lehmann, Ph.D. Month/Year: May, 2011 Number of Pages: 47 th Style Manual Used: American Psychological Association, 6 edition Abstract The ability to think critically is an essential life skill; current literature reveals that explicit instruction in, and practice of, critical thinking strategies in the high school classroom can improve student academic performance. Adoption of critical thinking strategies can also prepare students for the rigors of college, as well as helping them develop the skills necessary to compete economically in a global environment. Research on the impact of critical thinking strategy instruction in the high school English classroom supports the findings of current literature; students who receive instruction in a critical thinking strategy we