Critical and creative thinking

Critical and creative thinking is integral to the study and creation of texts in English as an Additional Language. Students analyse and evaluate ideas and perspectives presented in texts. In both thinking about and creating their own texts, they recognise and develop arguments, use evidence, and draw reasoned conclusions. Students apply critical thinking when they use their knowledge of language to analyse the purpose, context, audience, and language features of a range of texts. They recognise ways in which language is used to present individuals and social and cultural groups to others. Students experiment with text structures and language features as they transform and adapt texts for different purposes, audiences, and contexts. Creative thinking enables students to apply imaginative and inventive strategies in the creation of their own original works.