UNLOCKING CRITICAL THINKING THROUGH ENGLISH: WHY TEENS NEED MORE THAN VOCABULARY
Keywords:
In such a complex environment, the ability to memorize vocabulary is no longer enough for academic success or personal development. What young people truly need is the ability to think critically—an essential skill that helps them analyze, interpret, evaluate, and create new ideas.Abstract
In the 21st century, teenagers face a world filled with constant information, new technologies, and rapidly changing social realities.
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