This article discusses the growing importance of critical thinking skills in modern language education. It explores how the ability to analyze, interpret, and evaluate information contributes to language learning and teaching. The study also highlights how integrating critical thinking into the curriculum can improve students’ communicative competence, creativity, and academic independence. The paper concludes that developing critical thinking is essential for preparing learners to face global challenges in the 21st century.

critical thinking, language education, communication, creativity, analysis, problem-solving.

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