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Download full textDavidson, Bruce W. – 1994
Paradoxically, Japan presents both a difficult and promising setting for the advancement of critical thinking skills. One deep-rooted obstacle stems from anti-rational ideological traditions and prejudices. Another comes from the rigidly hierarchical, conformist nature of Japanese society, which does not encourage divergent opinions or their…
Descriptors: Critical Thinking, Cultural Differences, Educational Change, Elementary Secondary Education
