PSYCHOLOGICAL FEATURES OF IMPROVING CRITICAL THINKING SKILLS IN STUDENTS

Abstract

In the modern educational landscape, the cultivation of critical thinking is

recognized as a cornerstone of intellectual and personal development. As societies become more

knowledge-oriented and technologically advanced, students are required not only to absorb

information but also to evaluate, analyze, and apply it in diverse contexts. This article investigates

the pedagogical and psychological features of improving students’ critical thinking skills.

Drawing upon the works of Piaget, Vygotsky, Bloom, and Facione, the study highlights the

essential cognitive, metacognitive, and socio-emotional factors that shape critical reasoning.