JET_V7_N2_A2 Using Online Learning Platforms To Enhance Students’ Reflective And Critical Thinking Sean M. Lennon Journal of Educational Technology 2230 - 7125 7 2 8 17 Critical Thinking, Meta-Cognition, Reflection, E-Learning, Hybrid curriculums A working paper on how to use common E-Learning platforms to incorporate critical thinking and reflection into traditional and hybrid formatted curriculums. Definitions and conceptual framework of both constructs are discussed and their benefits towards cognitions and memory are highlighted. Best practices, including examples of previous courses are presented as well as the pedagogy and planning necessary for readers to implement successfully into their own courses. Paper also includes strategies and techniques for possible use. July - September 2010 Copyright & copy; 2010 i-manager publications. All rights reserved. i-manager Publications http://www.imanagerpublications.com/Article.aspx?ArticleId=1279