I discuss the teaching methods that I have found
effective in increasing critical thinking skills. The
effective strategies were incorporated into my
teaching methodology in the inquiry classroom.
The effects of inquiry methods were compared to
the effects of lecture methods. Test, quiz, and essay
scores for each method are compared. I then
examine and analyze the findings from surveys,
questionnaires, and interviews, to determine if the
new teaching methods were effective in improving
critical thinking skills. Finally, the conclusions will
be presented and the potential threats to the
validity of the results will be discussed.