Pautas para mejorar la evaluación del pensamiento crítico en ciencias de la actividad física y del deporte en estudiantes universitarios

  1. Mireia Vendrell-Morancho 1
  1. 1 Universidad Complutense de Madrid
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    Universidad Complutense de Madrid

    Madrid, España

    ROR 02p0gd045

Journal:
Retos: nuevas tendencias en educación física, deporte y recreación

ISSN: 1579-1726 1988-2041

Year of publication: 2024

Issue: 52

Pages: 471-481

Type: Article

More publications in: Retos: nuevas tendencias en educación física, deporte y recreación

Abstract

Critical Thinking (CT) is recognised as a pivotal competency in 21st-century education, offering benefits across academic, personal, professional, and social spheres. However, evaluating CT in university students poses challenges in terms of conceptualization, design, teaching and evaluation criteria, as well as data analysis. This article introduces evidence-based guidelines to facilitate the promotion and effective assessment of CT in the realm of Physical Activity and Sports Sciences. The guidelines encompass four key phases: construct definition, selection or design of assessment tools, application and data collection, and interpretation of results. Emphasis is placed on the importance of setting clear assessment objectives, selecting or creating appropriate assessment tools, applying systematic evaluation, providing constructive feedback, and monitoring the entire assessment process. Furthermore, the significance of integrating CT assessment as an integral part of the teaching and learning process is underscored. Implementing these guidelines is expected to foster a more efficient and effective CT assessment, thus promoting the development of critical competencies among university students and reinforcing the overall physical activity and sports culture. By adopting these recommendations, it is anticipated that the quality of education will be elevated, and students will be better equipped to confront present and future challenges with confidence and success.

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