Cultivating Critical Thinking among Secondary Students

On 21 February 2025, the Unit Bimbingan dan Kaunseling SMK Jalan Reko, in collaboration with the Faculty of Management (FOM), successfully organised an inspiring program titled “Idea Biashe-Biashe ke Hujah Luar Biasa” at Sekolah Menengah Jalan Reko Kajang. The event brought together 600 enthusiastic Form 3 and Form 4 students, aiming to sharpen their critical thinking skills through interactive discussions and engaging learning activities.

Two speakers Dr. Aznur Hajar Abdullah and Ms. Noor Shahaliza Othman from the Faculty of Management led the session, providing students with invaluable insights into structured reasoning, logical argumentation, and persuasive communication. Through thought-provoking exercises, students were encouraged to analyze, evaluate, and articulate their opinions effectively, fostering confidence and intellectual curiosity.

This initiative is part of the faculty’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program, reflecting its commitment to empowering young minds with essential study skills and effective learning strategies for academic success. The program also received strong support from the Strategic Marketing Department office, reinforcing the faculty’s dedication to community engagement and educational excellence.

By the end of the session, students expressed a heightened awareness of the importance of critical thinking in both academic and real-world contexts. With this initiative, FOM and the Unit Bimbingan dan Kaunseling continue to inspire and equip the next generation with the skills needed to navigate complex challenges and make informed decisions in their future endeavors.