Exploring Reading Strategies Effectiveness in Developing EFL Students’ Critical Thinking The Case of Master 2 Students of Litterature and Civilization

Abstract

This research aims to explore how reading strategies contribute to the enhancement of learners' critical thinking skills in diverse educational contexts. Therefore, a mixed-methods approach was utilized through an online questionnaire sent to twenty-seven (27) EFL learners from the Department of Literature and Civilization at Belhadje Bouchaib University. In addition, an online interview was administered to three (03) EFL teachers from the same department. The results indicate a positive correlation between the use of certain reading strategies and the development of critical thinking skills. Participants who reported having employed those strategies frequently demonstrated higher levels of analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.