Communication and Theater Association of Minnesota Journal

Article Title

Infusing Critical Thinking into Communication Courses

Authors

James P. Dimock, Minnesota State University - MankatoFollow
Kristen P. Treinen, Minnesota State University - MankatoFollow
Daniel Cronn-Mills, Minnesota State University - MankatoFollow
Robert S. Jersak, Century CollegeFollow

Abstract

The importance of critical thinking is generally recognized by educators and during the past 20 years numerous initiatives have been taken to improve critical thinking. Although research demonstrates courses in communication study can have a positive impact on critical thinking skills, we argue that instruction in critical thinking can be more explicitly covered in basic communication courses. This article details our efforts to infuse critical thinking into an entrylevel communication course and outlines a guide to help communication teachers integrate critical thinking into their courses.

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Recommended Citation

Dimock, J. P., Treinen, K. P., Cronn-Mills, D., & Jersak, R. S. (2015). Infusing Critical Thinking into Communication Courses. Communication and Theater Association of Minnesota Journal, 35(1). DOI: https://doi.org/10.56816/2471-0032.1018