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This study aims to explore student perceptions of learning critical thinking in Saudi Arabia's pre-service teacher education programs.

February 21, 2013Open Access

Learning Critical Thinking in Saudi Arabia: Student Perceptions of Secondary Pre-Service Teacher Education Programs

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This study aims to explore student perceptions of learning critical thinking in Saudi Arabia's pre-service teacher education programs.
Qualitative case study conducted at King Abdul Aziz University and Arab Open University
Interviews with students to gather insights on their learning experiences regarding critical thinking
Students highlighted a lack of emphasis on critical thinking in their teacher education programs
Findings suggest a strong need for educational reforms to improve the quality of education in Saudi Arabia

Abstract

Saudi scholars have been agitating for education reforms to incorporate critical thinking in education programs.This paper is a qualitative case study undertaken at King Abdul Aziz University and Arab Open University andexamines students’ perception of learning critical thinking in secondary pre-service teacher education programsin Saudi Arabia. Definitions of critical thinking are based on the Delphi Report (Facione, 1990). The findingsunderscore the need for education reforms based on critical thinking to elevate the quality of education in SaudiArabia.

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