DEVELOPING TECHNICAL THINKING IN CHILDREN USING THE CLAX METHODOLOGY
Abstract
This article examines the theoretical and practical aspects of developing technical thinking in children through the CLAX (Creative Learning and Application eXperience) methodology. The study analyzes the cognitive mechanisms underlying technical reasoning, evaluates the effectiveness of structured CLAX-based activities in educational settings, and explores how this approach enhances problem-solving abilities, spatial reasoning, and logical analysis in learners aged 7–14. The findings suggest that systematic implementation of the CLAX methodology significantly improves children's capacity for technical thought, fosters creativity, and cultivates an interest in engineering and technology-related disciplines. The article also discusses the pedagogical conditions necessary for successful integration of CLAX techniques into primary and secondary education curricula.
Keywords
CLAX methodology, technical thinking, children, cognitive development, problem-solving, spatial reasoning, logical analysis, primary education, engineering pedagogy, creative learning.
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