Critical Thinking

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The development of critical thinking and certain attitudes and values may entail:

• acquiring the skills needed to participate actively in public life;
• developing recognition of and respect for oneself and others with a view to achieving greater mutual understanding;
• acquiring social and moral responsibility, including self-confidence, and learning to behave responsibly towards others;
• strengthening a spirit of solidarity;
• the construction of values, with due regard for differing social perspectives and points of view;
• learning to listen and resolve conflicts peacefully;
• learning to contribute to a safe environment;
• developing more effective strategies for fighting racism and xenophobia.

Citizenship Education at School in Europe.

published by the Eurydice European Unit, The information network on education in Europe, 2005.