USING PROJECT-BASED LEARNING TO IMPROVE EFL STUDENTS' CRITICAL THINKING SKILLS
Keywords:
Project-Based Learning, Critical Thinking, EFL, English as a Foreign Language, Language AcquisitionAbstract
This paper explores the impact of Project-Based Learning (PBL) on the development of critical thinking skills in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) students. Through collaborative and student-centered learning activities, PBL fosters critical inquiry, problem-solving, and independent thinking. This study provides an overview of the benefits of PBL, discusses its implementation in the EFL classroom, and demonstrates how it can enhance both language proficiency and critical thinking skills. The findings suggest that PBL not only improves language acquisition but also equips students with vital cognitive skills for real-world problem-solving.
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