Relationship Between Critical Thinking and Social Skills of Grade 4 Students in Lahore
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https://doi.org/10.70670/sra.v4i1.2103Abstract
The current research aims to examine how critical thinking relates to social skills in Grade 4 pupils in Lahore. As the skill of analyzing, evaluating and reason, critical thinking is viewed as an important cognitive skill in the modern educational setting. Social skills, comprising of communication, cooperation, and empathy are also significant towards positive peer interaction and academic achievement. The study was based on a quantitative survey design that was used to collect data on 120 Grade 4 students in three schools in Lahore. Standardized questionnaires of critical thinking dispositions and social skills were provided. Results show that there is a positive relationship (r = 0.879, p < 0.01) between social skills and critical thinking, which implies that students who possess better social skills also exhibit higher critical thinking. These findings highlight the importance of combining classroom-based interventions that support analytical as well as interpersonal skills in young students.
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