The Thinking Skills Development by P4C in Sociology of Conflict Course

Abstract

This article is based on classroom research that aimed at the development of thinking skills using P4C in Sociology of conflict course. The objectives of the study consisted of two parts, which were to study the processes and outcomes for the development of four areas of thinking skills consist of critical thinking, creative thinking, collaborative thinking, and caring thinking. This study used a qualitative research methodology. The target groups and key informants are third year students in the field of Sociology and Anthropology, Prince of Songkla university, Pattani campus who registered for this course in Semester 1/2021, 26 students. The research tools include student reflection worksheets, student self-assessment form, activity assessment form, and the activities participation observation form. The study results found that the contents and activities design process is appropriate. The thinking skills development results was found that the students developed more skills in each area especially collaborative and caring thinking skills. while critical and creative thinking skills are rare. In addition, the study also found that students also develop assertiveness and listening skills. And most importantly, students also have the confidence to apply what they have learned in their lives and work in the future.