Blended english learning among college students: a mixed-methods study on relationship between higher-order thinking skills and academic engagement

Key Points

• The analysis reveals that enhanced higher-order thinking skills correlate positively with academic engagement among students.
• Key metrics indicate that students who employ more critical thinking techniques report higher academic performance.
• Mixed-methods study combines qualitative interviews and quantitative assessments to explore cognitive development in an educational context.
• These findings highlight the need for educational strategies that foster critical thinking to improve student engagement.