Critical Thinking through Problem-based Learning in an Applied Ethics Module

Duckworth, Craig (2007) Critical Thinking through Problem-based Learning in an Applied Ethics Module. Investigations in university teaching and learning, 4 (2). pp. 82-88. ISSN 1740-5106

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In this paper I discuss efforts I am making to engender critical thinking in an applied ethics module. Employers and governments have long called for graduates with generic, interpersonal, communication, and critical thinking skills [1]. Alongside this, critical thinking has long been associated with more traditional academic goals, and the preparation of the individual for democratic citizenship [2]. The design of the module has been informed by these considerations and the common belief that a problem-based learning approach to teaching and learning is a good way to promote critical thinking. I describe the module and its rationale, and consider some practical issues that will inform the next stage in the module’s development.

Item Type:	Article
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Investigations in university teaching and learning, critical thinking, problem-based learning, applied ethics
Subjects:	100 Philosophy & psychology > 170 Ethics 300 Social sciences > 370 Education
Department:	School of Social Sciences (to June 2021) Centre for Professional Education and Development (CPED) School of Social Sciences and Professions
Depositing User:	David Pester
Date Deposited:	10 Apr 2015 13:46
Last Modified:	19 Jul 2021 16:03
URI:	https://repository.londonmet.ac.uk/id/eprint/264

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