The Higher Education Psychology Network existed from 2004 to 2011 to promote excellence in the learning, teaching and assessment of Psychology in UK HE

The Critical Thinking Toolkit for Psychology (CriTTPsych): Development of an evidence-based resource

This miniproject is complete.


Critical thinking is a crucial element of higher education that facilitates deep learning and academic achievement. However, critical thinking is a complex construct that is interpreted differently in different contexts and disciplines. It is poorly understood by many students, who consequently lack insight into their own critical thinking skills. This miniproject will examine psychology students' and tutors' understandings, beliefs and attitudes about critical thinking, using qualitative methods and standardised measures. From this an evidence-based Critical Thinking Toolkit for Psychology (CriTTPsych) will be developed; a resource for students and tutors that includes a range of materials, for example, self-assessment and diagnostic instruments, for enhancing the skills, dispositions and approaches needed to develop and demonstrate critical thinking in psychology.

A final report from this project is available together with a website for access to this resource.

Funding: £5,980.00

Start Date: July 2008

Contact: Ed Stupple , Department of Psychology, University of Derby, Kedleston Road, Derby, DE22 1GB


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One of 24 discipline-based centres within the Higher Education Academy, the Psychology Network supported the teaching and learning of psychology across the UK between 2004 and 2011. A core team, based at the University of York, worked with students, staff, departments, professional bodies and overseas organisations to develop supportive networks and to improve the learning experience of psychology students in Higher Education.
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