DEVELOPING STUDENTS’ CRITICAL THINKING THROUGH INNOVATIVE APPROACHES IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE INSTRUCTION AT UNIVERSITIES
Keywords:
Critical thinking, innovation, English language instruction, higher education, pedagogy, student-centered learning.Abstract
This paper explores innovative pedagogical approaches for developing critical thinking among university students in English language instruction. In today’s globalized academic environment, English serves not only as a medium of communication but also as a means of intellectual engagement and analytical inquiry. The study examines how critical thinking can be systematically integrated into English language curricula through interactive, student-centered methodologies. The research highlights the significance of reflective learning, problem-based tasks, and digital learning tools as mechanisms to foster independent reasoning and creativity. Findings suggest that implementing such approaches enhances students’ cognitive flexibility, academic performance, and lifelong learning competence.
