Article · Zenodo · January 23, 2026
CRITICAL THINKING IN HIGHER EDUCATION: CHARACTERISTICS, BENEFITS, AND APPLICATION
Nilufar Z. Abdurakhmonova, Muxlisa Erdonova
Abstract
This article analyzes the role and importance of critical thinking in higher education. Critical thinking not only enables students to memorize knowledge during the learning process but also develops their ability to analyze, evaluate, and generate innovative ideas. The article highlights the integration of critical thinking into the education system, its role in students’ overall personal development, and the ways it can be applied in the learning process. In addition, the paper discusses the benefits of critical thinking, how it can be effectively implemented in the educational process, and how it can be applied in practice. The study demonstrates that critical thinking not only leads students to academic success but also shapes them as independent and responsible individuals.
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