Hirose gives a brief synopsis of the concept of critical thinking, methods for teaching critical thinking, and some community college programs that have implemented critical thinking across the curriculum or through curriculum change. Carr, Kathryn S., 1990. The Role of Computer Technology in Teaching Critical Reading . Paradise Valley Community College, February 25, 1994. Research indicates that many college students are not critical readers.
Ring suggests several approaches for helping students to read critically.
She stipulates that the conceptual framework for the process of reading is embedded in constructivism. Ring also discusses the role of technology and its limitations for critical reading instruction.