Abstract:
This research aimed at studying the effectiveness of using Kagan and
Cowan strategy in teaching Geography in developing lateral thinking skills
and consumptive awareness among fifth grade primary school pupils. To
achieve the aim of the research, the researcher reviewed the literature and the
studies pertinent to Kagan & Cowan strategy, and prepared a teacher’s guide
and students’ worksheets in the light of rhe proposed strategy. The researcher
also prepared a test of lateral thinking skills and consumptive awareness and
administered them (the worksheets and the test) to a jury member and modified
them in the light of their remarks and comments. 80 male and female pupils
from Alshohadaa primary school at Al-Fath administration were selected for
the study. They were randomly assigned to a control group )40 pupils( and
an experimental one )40 pupils(. The result of using the strategy in teaching
geography was effective in developing lateral thinking and consumptive
awareness of the experimental group. Hence, the researcher recommends the
use of Kagan & Cowan strategy in teaching geography courses for its role in
developing the scientific thinking skills and in forming learners’ awareness.