The study of argumentative knowledge construction in web 2.0 learning environment towards students critical thinking skills

Abstract

In recent years, the Malaysian education system has come under increased public enquiry and debate, as parents? expectations rise and employers expressed their concern regarding the system's ability to adequately prepare young Malaysians for the challenges of the 21st century. In order to properly address the needs of all Malaysians, and to prepare the nation to perform at an international level, it is important to first expect what a highly-successful education system must accomplish, particularly in the Malaysian context; (1) what kinds of students are best-prepared to meet the challenges of a 21st century economy? (2) what kind of education prepares them for this rapidly globalizing world?