We live in a world that emphasises the communication and processing of information. By studying Critical Thinking, you will have opportunities to improve your ability to use clear and effective reasoning in reading, discussion and writing. This is a skills-based “thinking” course and will assist you with your other AS/A2 courses. The skills you develop are directly relevant to university admissions tests such as the National Admissions Test for Law (LNAT). WHY SHOULD YOU TAKE A-LEVEL CRITICAL THINKING? Research by OCR’s parent organisation Cambridge Assessment has found a dramatic one-grade improvement in achievement at A Level for those students taking Critical Thinking at AS Level. The findings illustrate the cross-curricular benefits of thinking skills which are developed through courses such as Critical Thinking. The results of 4,000 students were analysed, comparing 2,000 who achieved an A or B grade in their AS Level Critical Thinking with those who had not studied the subject. The sample groups had the same prior attainment levels based on GCSE results, ensuring a fair comparison. Subjects where the biggest difference was noticed in the comparative groups included Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Geography, Economics, Psychology and English.

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