Table 7 Comparison of critical thinking abilities between two groups (M ± SD)
Item | Item number | Control Group | Experimental Group | t | p-value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Truth-Seeking | 4 | 10.11 ± 1.02 | 12.48 ± 0.93 | -20.14 | < 0.01 |
Analytical ability | 4 | 15.18 ± 0.81 | 16.04 ± 0.82 | -8.68 | < 0.01 |
Open-Mindedness | 4 | 14.78 ± 0.79 | 15.82 ± 0.82 | -10.74 | < 0.01 |
Systematical Ability | 4 | 14.99 ± 0.88 | 17.09 ± 0.97 | -18.75 | < 0.01 |
Self-Confidence in Critical Thinking | 4 | 14.45 ± 1.00 | 15.70 ± 0.92 | -10.81 | < 0.01 |
Intellectual Curiosity | 4 | 15.17 ± 0.96 | 17.46 ± 0.83 | -21.32 | < 0.01 |
Cognitive Level | 3 | 9.00 ± 0.82 | 12.28 ± 0.72 | -35.25 | < 0.01 |
Total Score | 27 | 93.67 ± 2.46 | 106.86 ± 2.50 | -44.23 | < 0.01 |