Critical Thinking in Teaching

Title of the Micro-credential: Critical Thinking in Teaching
Title of the Micro-credential in the local language: Kritičko mišljenje u nastavi

Developer of the Micro-credential: University of Montenegro (Montenegro)

Volume of the Micro-credential: 6 ECTS (180 hours)

Course learning objectives: The goal of the micro-credential is to equip teachers with the knowledge and practical skills needed to promote learners’ critical thinking and active learning across different subjects.

Course structure: The micro-credential includes four modules:

  • Module 1: Contemporary Education, Teacher and Critical Thinking (2 ECTS, 60 hours)
  • Module 2: Using Questions in Teaching to Encourage Critical Thinking (2 ECTS, 60 hours)
  • Module 3: Cooperative Learning in Higher Education (1 ECTS, 30 hours)
  • Module 4: Digitalisation and Critical Thinking (1 ECTS, 30 hours)

Course accreditation: the micro-credential was accredited by the Senate of the University of Montenegro on 25.03.2026, in accordance with the Art. 103, Para. 4, Law on higher education, Montenegro. Expiration date is not set, the micro-credential remains valid indefinitely unless officially revoked.

Course language: Montenegrin

Pilot implementation: 01.06.2025 – 31.07.2025

Successful course completions: 14 participants

Access to the course: https://dl.ucg.ac.me/course/view.php?id=4401

Course materials:

MICRO-CREDENTIAL PROGRAM SYLLABUS En
MICRO-CREDENTIAL PROGRAM SYLLABUS Mne