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ENHANCING CRITICAL THINKING THROUGH DIGITAL GAMES IN EARLY EDUCATION

Sevarakhon Yakhyoeva
Fergana state technical university, Faculty of light industry and textile, department of Uzbek language and language teaching, lecturer

Published 2025-10-24

Abstract

The article examines how digital games enhance critical thinking among early learners. It discusses how decision-making, reflection, and collaboration in game-based environments foster cognitive growth and active learning in primary education.

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