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MARCH 12, 2024

Critical thinking : They require students analyze information, identify relevant concepts. See which of these you agree with: Real-world relevance : They present scenarios that make concepts more tangible and help students see the practical applications of what they are learning. You can find her resources at Structured Learning.

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DECEMBER 26, 2023

Critical Thinking Development in Middle School Education Fostеring critical thinking skills in middlе school еducation is paramount to equipping studеnts with thе intеllеctual tools necessary for succеss. Sеvеral kеy componеnts constitutе critical thinking.

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Exit Tickets: Ending class with an exit ticket to gauge students’ prior knowledge or feelings towards a topic at the beginning of a lesson can help teachers design the next day’s lesson more effectively. 5 minutes). Teachers can quickly generate a pre-test or quiz using an AI-powered education tool like MagicSchool.ai.

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FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Understanding the Significance of Mathematics Firstly, it’s essential to grasp why mathematics is so critical in our education system. Mathematics is not just about solving equations or memorizing formulas; it’s a way of thinking. It teaches us problem-solving skills, logical reasoning, and the ability to think abstractly.

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DECEMBER 17, 2023

Relational learning matters because it addresses the shortcomings of traditional memorization-based approaches, something we have emphasized as a critical tenet of personalization. Rather than viewing topics in isolation, this method encourages students to explore the interconnectedness of ideas.

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FEBRUARY 20, 2023

She is an adjunct professor in tech ed, Master Teacher, webmaster for four blogs, an Amazon Vine Voice , CSTA presentation reviewer, freelance journalist on tech ed topics, and author of the tech thrillers, To Hunt a Sub and Twenty-four Days. Here’s the list of Kindergarten websites I use most often during the school year.

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JANUARY 29, 2024

She is an adjunct professor in tech ed, Master Teacher, webmaster for four blogs, CSTA presentation reviewer, freelance journalist on tech ed topics, contributor to NEA Today , and author of the tech thrillers, To Hunt a Sub and Twenty-four Days. You can find her resources at Structured Learning.

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AUGUST 7, 2023

Student-centered approach: Shifting the focus from the teacher as the primary source of knowledge to fostering critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration in students. Critical thinking and creativity: Emphasizing analytical thinking, creativity, and innovation to tackle complex issues and develop new solutions.

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FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Critical Thinking : Interpreting graphs requires critical thinking skills. Whether in mathematics, science, economics, or engineering, graphs are commonly used to convey information in a concise and understandable manner. You can find her resources at Structured Learning.

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SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Part V: Thinking About Thinking Series This is part five of a five-part series focused on using thinking routines to drive metacognitive skill building. To recap, metacognition is a cognitive ability that allows learners to consider their thought patterns, approaches to learning, and understanding of a topic or idea.

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FEBRUARY 12, 2024

They are unpacking complex texts and topics. It’s a critical component of learning that moves beyond the acquisition of facts and information. The goal of promoting meaning-making in the classroom is to develop independent learners who can think critically, solve problems, and apply their knowledge.

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JUNE 8, 2023

Are kids learning to think or just to pass tests? Consider a pedagogy that transcends rote memorization and the stock drills often found in today’s classrooms, expects critical thinking that teaches how to learn anything — not just school subjects. It’s no secret many parents are frustrated with public schools.

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OCTOBER 23, 2023

In reality, the complexity of a task often depends on the subject matter, requirements, and one’s familiarity with the topic. In essence, searching for a solution is akin to seeking help, whether that’s support in completing a task, or clarifications on a specific topic or problem within your assignment.

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MAY 31, 2023

It includes K-5 tech curriculum (including problem solving, productivity software, critical thinking, share/publish, mouse skills, image editing, Google Earth, Photoshop, web tools, and more), keyboarding and digital citizenship curricula, classroom posters, pedagogic articles on tech ed topics, tips and tricks, and more.

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JUNE 9, 2022

Debates help students grasp critical thinking and presentation skills, including: abstract thinking. analytical thinking. critical thinking. thinking on their feet—if evidence is refuted, students must ‘get back into game’. analytical thinking. critical thinking. identifying bias.

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MARCH 1, 2023

This set of sixty-five posters is a varied collection you can use to share critical issues dealing with technology and education. March 1-3, 2023 65 Tech Ed Posters $2.99 Print them out and hang them on your classroom walls or share them out digitally on a Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram feed.

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OCTOBER 9, 2023

In education, case studies are widely used as a pedagogical tool to encourage critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and the application of theoretical knowledge. Well-planned case studies can challenge students’ problem-solving and critical-thinking skills. And you can find them online on UBC’s open case study page.

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NOVEMBER 29, 2023

However, critics worry about the risks and limitations of relying too heavily on AI in education, as well as the problems caused by students using AI rather than penning work themselves. The traditional critical thinking, writing and social skills developed through human interaction could suffer.

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AUGUST 19, 2022

In these 169 tech-centric situations, you get an overview of pedagogy—the tech topics most important to your teaching—as well as practical strategies to address most classroom tech situations, how to scaffold these to learning, and where they provide the subtext to daily tech-infused education. Today’s tip: Habits of Mind.

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NOVEMBER 10, 2023

It suggests that people have a dominant side of their brain, which influences their thinking and learning styles. Left-brain dominant individuals thrive in this field due to their logical thinking and problem-solving abilities. Civil Engineering Civil engineering combines creativity with analytical thinking.

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MARCH 1, 2021

Teachers can pop in and out of breakout rooms while students discuss academic topics and collaborate around shared tasks, but it isn’t the same as walking around a classroom with watchful eyes and attentive ears. This process drives deeper thinking about what they are working toward in a given lesson or learning cycle. #2

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APRIL 3, 2024

Not every student enjoys the same task, so giving them options is critical to maximizing their motivation and focus in a lesson. They are great for exam preparation, spiral review, spacing practice, and interleaving or mixing multiple topics to improve student learning.

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SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

In these 169 tech-centric situations, you get an overview of pedagogy—the tech topics most important to your teaching—as well as practical strategies to address most classroom tech situations, how to scaffold these to learning, and where they provide the subtext to daily tech-infused education.

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MARCH 26, 2024

He still has that concern, but as he stepped back to think about it, he also saw a way to “leverage” the tool for a goal he had long fought for — to help bring social studies education, and especially the teaching of civics, to broader prominence in the nation’s schools. It’s really contingent on hours of the day and human buy-in,” he says.

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MARCH 2, 2023

Here are popular puzzles resources teachers are using to teach mouse skills, critical thinking, and more. There are a few for the upcoming St. She is the editor/author of over a hundred tech ed resources including a K-12 technology curriculum , K-8 keyboard curriculum, K-8 Digital Citizenship curriculum.

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JUNE 18, 2023

Quick Writes: Teachers can present a prompt or question related to the video topic and ask students to spend a few minutes writing their thoughts. Anticipation Guides: These are short lists of statements related to the video topic that students respond to before watching the video. This encourages brainstorming and prediction.

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JUNE 23, 2022

I spend a lot of time every week reading about current thinking in education. Math is a fundamental process in learning, not just adding and subtracting but to develops skill in problem solving and critical thinking. An article over at The Tech Edvocate caught my eye on early math.

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AUGUST 15, 2023

Part II: Thinking About Thinking Series This is part two of a five-part series focused on using thinking routines to drive metacognitive skill building. Click here to revisit my first blog in this series on using the “I see, I think, I wonder” routine.

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APRIL 15, 2024

The Ask a Tech Teacher team came up with fresh rules we think are less threatening and more geared to enabling students to enjoy this important writing style. Through this process, writers can identify areas for improvement, gain exposure to diverse writing styles, and ultimately refine their own craft.

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DECEMBER 8, 2020

The idea started as a clever way to teach students to think critically and problem-solve. One hour, according to Hour of Code, would show them that deep thinking was fun and problem-solving was exhilarating. To reinforce this, they offer a slew of unplugged critical thinking activities to pursue during the Hour of Code week.

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It also captures vital components of the scientific method, of which inquiry is the most critical component. Or a teacher can use a scaffolded approach to spark deeper exploration of a topic through knowledge construction and application. I define this as replacing conventional ideas with innovative solutions to authentic problems.

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FEBRUARY 14, 2021

A reading adventure invites students to select a book they want to read based on their preferences about genre and topic. The work students do asynchronously on the slide deck provides them with choices about how they want to share their thinking and serves as evidence of their asynchronous work. A Reading Adventure.

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FEBRUARY 28, 2023

They must: define the term describe essential characteristics provide examples provide non-examples Because the Frayer Model digs deeply into understanding the word, it promotes critical thinking and a granular familiarity with unfamiliar vocabulary. You can find her resources at Structured Learning.

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OCTOBER 20, 2020

One of my favorite experiences in the classroom has been to watch and listen as students interact during meaningful discussions – developing critical thinking, listening, and persuasion skills in the process. To encourage layered thinking, TeachThought offers these ideas for meaningful essential questions.

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AUGUST 14, 2023

Tools like Siri, Alexa, ChatGPT, and a plethora of apps seem perfect for handling the repetitive and time-consuming aspects of education that take teachers away from the core of most lessons that require critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving. You can find her resources at Structured Learning.

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SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

In these 169 tech-centric situations, you get an overview of pedagogy—the tech topics most important to your teaching—as well as practical strategies to address most classroom tech situations, how to scaffold these to learning, and where they provide the subtext to daily tech-infused education. Today’s tip: How to Evaluate Apps.

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FEBRUARY 3, 2020

In this post, Sarah Dunn , a high school math teacher, shares the strategy she uses to get students thinking critically about mathematical mistakes. I think it’s powerful for students to practice recognizing errors. . Additionally, I think about the misconceptions students have about the mathematics in question.

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