Critical Thinking

Now playing: Critical Thinking: Prof Steve Higgins

(24 Mar 2010, 10:35)

Guest speaker Professor Steve Higgins of Durham University shares his views on thinking skills.

Now playing: Critical Thinking: Richard Wainer

(24 Mar 2010, 09:49)

Richard Wainer, Head of Education at CBI, comments on the skills that are essential for a 21st century workforce.

Now playing: Critical Thinking: Dale Bassett

(24 Mar 2010, 08:41)

Dale Bassett, Senior Researcher at the think-tank Reform, comments on the impact of the curriculum upon today's students' Critical Thinking skills.

Now playing: Critical Thinking: Teachers' views

(24 Mar 2010, 05:12)

This short film captures the views of Critical Thinking teachers and students on the benefits and challenges of teaching and studying Critical Thinking in schools.

Now playing: Seminar: Critical Thinking

(24 Feb 2010, 1H57:26)

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Critical Thinking - its role, value and impact upon driving attainment - featuring Richard Wainer (Confederation of British Industry), Dale Bassett (Reform), Professor Steve Higgins (Durham University) - 24 February 2010