2015 Pre-sessional ProgrammeIndependent Learning

Week 2:Developing Awareness of Critical Thinking

Educational Differences

What differences in have you observed/perceived so far in terms of…– Class structure– Teachers’ roles– Student/Teacher relationships (ie.

formal/informal)– Contact hours– Types of assignments– Expectations

Critical thinking…

Analyse

Argue

Evaluate

Reflect

Critically evaluate the following sentences:

57% of people believe that immigration does not lead to a benefit for the UK economy. Therefore, immigration should not be encouraged

Immigration contributes to making the UK a diverse and interesting place. We should encourage people from other nations to come in to the UK

Homework

There are a number of other Vidcasts available on e-Folio (e.g. Academic Problem Solving) please watch one

Any Questions?

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