Critical thinking
Sometimes known as higher-order thinking, critical thought is a highly desirable skill in the workplace. Join us as we look deeper into what it is, why it's essential, and how we can effectively teach and assess this skill in the classroom.
Jessica Yarbo, Research Scientist in Skills Research
Sometimes known as higher-order thinking, critical thought is a highly desirable skill in the workplace. Join us as we look deeper into what it is, why it's essential, and how we can effectively teach and assess this skill in the classroom.
Jessica Yarbo
Jessica Yarbro is a research scientist in Skills Research within the Learning Research and Design team at Pearson. Through empirical studies and synthesizing existing research, Jessica supports the development of knowledge and skills frameworks within Pearson products. Prior to joining Pearson, Jessica received her Ph.D. in clinical psychology from George Mason University. She is particularly passionate about researching personal, social, and emotional capabilities with the aim of helping Pearson support student success in school, work, and life.