Information Package / Course Catalogue
Critical Thinking Education
Course Code: ÖZE404
Course Type: Area Elective
Couse Group: First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree)
Education Language: Turkish
Work Placement: N/A
Theory: 2
Prt.: 0
Credit: 2
Lab: 0
ECTS: 4
Objectives of the Course

To develop critical thinking skills, to improve the system, to convey everyday life and to support the development of these skills in specially talented children

Course Content

Critical Thinking, reasoning, scientific thinking, recognition and evaluation of the arguments, what is the truth / truth? Methods of knowing and thinking, language, thinking and reasoning, mistakes of thinking, test of resource use and resource reliability, critical thinking - psychology relation, critical thinking in special talented children

Name of Lecturer(s)
Assoc. Prof. Nilgün KİRİŞÇİ
Learning Outcomes
1.Defines the conceptual framework and core components of critical thinking.
2.Evaluates the applicability of critical thinking models in educational settings.
3.Designs critical thinking activities.
4.Selects the most appropriate strategies for developing critical thinking in gifted children.
5.Applies appropriate assessment and observation tools to evaluate critical thinking and interprets the results.
Recommended or Required Reading
1.Demirtaş, V. Y., & Karadağ, F. (2025). Critical thinking: A deepening journey for children through theory, methods, and practices. Vize Akademi.
2.Memiş, E. K., & Kaçar, A. (2024). Critical and analytical thinking. Pegem.
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Week 1 - Theoretical
Conceptual Framework of Critical Thinking
Week 2 - Theoretical
Cognitive and Affective Components of Critical Thinking
Week 3 - Theoretical
The Role and Importance of Critical Thinking in Education
Week 4 - Theoretical
Paul & Elder Critical Thinking Model
Week 5 - Theoretical
Philosophy for Children (P4C) Approach and Practical Examples
Week 6 - Theoretical
Developing Critical Thinking in Gifted Children
Week 7 - Theoretical
Children’s Books and Story-Based Critical Thinking Activities
Week 8 - Theoretical
Assessment of Critical Thinking: Measurement and Observation Tools(Midterm Exam)
Week 9 - Theoretical
Enhancing Critical Thinking: Practical Implementation Examples
Week 10 - Theoretical
Foundations of Critical Thinking in Early Childhood: Supporting Thinking through Play, Inquiry, and Exploration
Week 11 - Theoretical
STEAM, Creativity, and Critical Thinking: Integrated Learning Models
Week 12 - Theoretical
Concepts Related to Critical Thinking
Week 13 - Theoretical
The ways in which special talented children support critical thinking
Week 14 - Theoretical
Critical Thinking and National Education Policies: Reflections in Curricula
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Type of AssessmentCountPercent
Midterm Examination1%40
Final Examination1%60
Workload Calculation
ActivitiesCountPreparationTimeTotal Work Load (hours)
Lecture - Theory141242
Assignment63230
Midterm Examination19110
Final Examination117118
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours)100
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
PÇ-1
PÇ-2
PÇ-3
PÇ-4
PÇ-5
PÇ-6
PÇ-7
PÇ-8
PÇ-9
PÇ-10
PÇ-11
PÇ-12
PÇ-13
OÇ-1
5
OÇ-2
4
OÇ-3
4
4
OÇ-4
5
5
OÇ-5
3
5
5
4
3
Adnan Menderes University - Information Package / Course Catalogue
2026