Today, the education system faces the challenge of not only improving students' reading literacy but also developing their critical thinking and information analysis skills. It is crucial to teach students not just to memorize information but also to analyze it, identify key ideas, and draw independent conclusions. In particular, with the advancement of information technologies, the ability to distinguish false information and misconceptions has become increasingly important. Therefore, special attention should be given to fostering critical thinking skills in school education. This article examines strategies for developing students' critical thinking skills, analyzes international experiences, and explores pedagogical innovations in this area. Additionally, effective methods for enhancing reading literacy and critical thinking are recommended, including problem-based learning, discussions, evidence-based approaches, and independent research.

reading literacy, critical thinking, information analysis, school education, pedagogical innovations.

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