THE ROLE OF CRITICAL THINKING IN HIGHER EDUCATION
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Keywords: critical thinking, higher education, motivation, cognitive skills, learning, AI, problem-solving, decision-makingAbstract
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In both education and work, critical thinking is very important. It helps people
make better decisions, solve problems, and stay motivated. This article explains how
critical thinking supports student success in higher education. It also shows how
motivation and thinking skills work together, especially when using modern tools like
artificial intelligence (AI). The article shares different theories of motivation and
explains how students can use critical thinking to study better, stay focused, and
prepare for the future (Paul & Elder, 2014).
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