The Role of Online Learning in Teaching Critical Thinking (CT) and Promoting Creativity Among Students

Abstract

Maha Al Jarad

This report investigates the role of online learning in fostering critical thinking (CT) and enhancing creativity among students. It starts by defining CT and examining educational programs designed to develop this essential skill. The research is based on three key theoretical frameworks: affordance theory, socio-cultural theory, and transactional distance theory, providing a multidimensional perspective on how CT can be cultivated. Additionally, the potential of blogs as digital tools to boost critical thinking is briefly examined. The findings emphasize the important role of technology in promoting critical thinking skills, highlighting its transformative potential in the modern context of education.

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