RT journal article
T1 Creative and Critical Thinking and Modelling: Confluences and Implications for Science Teaching
A1 Gómiz Aragón, Marta
A1 Aragón Méndez, María del Mar
A1 Vieira, R.M.
A1 Tenreiro-Vieira, Celina
A1 Oliva Martínez, José María
A2 Didáctica
K1 creative and critical thinking
K1 modelling
K1 argumentation
K1 analogies
K1 socioscientific issues
AB Contemporary society demands the development of creative critical thinking (CCT) as a fundamental objective in science education. However, there appears to be a dissonance between this recognised need and its actual implementation in educational practices. This study explores the potential of modelling practices to intentionally, explicitly, and reflectively integrate the development of CCT in educational settings. To examine this possibility while laying the foundations for future research, the theoretical frameworks of CCT and modelling are synthesised, and their possible points of convergence are analysed in order to test the proposed hypothesis. Two elements that may strengthen their synergy are identified: first, the resources for modelling, such as analogies, which activate analytical, evaluative, creative, and argumentative skills, thereby fostering critical dispositions and a deeper understanding of the nature of science. Second, argumentation, closely connected with communication and information management, is considered a relevant component, especially when addressing socioscientific issues. While further empirical research is needed, the analysis indicates that modelling practices could contribute to the development of CCT.
PB MDPI
SN 2079-3200
YR 2025
FD 2025
LK http://hdl.handle.net/10498/39348
UL http://hdl.handle.net/10498/39348
LA eng
DS Repositorio Institucional de la Universidad de Cádiz
RD 05-nov-2026