Charting Skills for the Future: A Review With the Development of Critical Thinking Skills Framework (Poster 27)

• In Event: AERA Poster Session Wednesday 10:50 a.m.
  In Poster Session: Measurement, Psychometrics, and Assessment: Poster Session I

Abstract

Critical thinking is an increasingly important skill in this age of information overload. Particularly for the younger generation, the ability to think critically and reach a reasoned conclusion should be developed starting at an early stage of life. This paper aims to propose a processed-based framework based on learning progressions for critical thinking evaluation designed specifically for skills development in K-12 education. Importantly, the current framework serves as a foundation to inform future assessment design of this skill and, ultimately, to foster student critical thinking skills development and advancement.

Authors

• Yaojia Chen, Rice University

• Guangming Ling, Educational Testing Service

• Kevin M. Williams, Educational Testing Service

• Fiyinfunjah Dosumu, Virginia Tech