Yes, I believe so.

Check the attached publication on the subject matter

ICT can develop skills in various disciplines if it is looked upon as a tool, that must be utilized well at school & university education, by those responsible for this sector.

ICT requires financial support plus experts in the design of ICT elements that can enhance skills including critical thinking.

The article in the link below show how this was done. 

http://www.elmoglobal.com/en/html/ict/01.aspx

Of course YES, direct (face to face) or indirect (via technological communications tools) oral communication could be the most effective method for quick improving the four English skills, so we are all facing such activity every day including different cultural levels, different language professions, and other factor.

I completely agree.

Best wishes,

Emad

students can learn critical thinking skills through co-operation and other-regulated learning. ICT can foster peers cooperation and social interaction. they can be used in groups or pairs leading to social engagement and higher order skills. best

Dear Dr. Houda Boumediene ,

Critical thinking is one of the most comprehensive and important types of thinking, and it includes five basic skills, and it is possible to develop those skills in writing in the English language either in traditional classes face to face or through information and communication technology, by including activities in the curriculum content or employing activities through Class posts focus on giving the student an opportunity to practice thinking skills represented in analysis, interpretation, ..... etc.

Dear Dr. Houda Boumediene ,

This link Demonstrates development critical thinking through teaching english:

https://www.teachingenglish.org.uk/blogs/ninamk/critical-thinking-skills