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Reconciling learning the ‘basics’ and inquiry teaching

Reconciling learning the ‘basics’ and inquiry teaching

In this article, the staff of The Critical Thinking Consortium seek to explain how learning the basics and inquiry teaching can be reconciled.
Subjects: English/Language Arts, Mathematics, Professional Learning
Grades: K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
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Reading as thinking: “Critically” constructing meaning of text

Reading as thinking: “Critically” constructing meaning of text

Mary Abbott tells how critically thoughtful readers approach text with an inquisitive mindset when teachers nurture self-regulated use of intellectual tools.
Subjects: English/Language Arts, Professional Learning
Grades: K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
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Does project-based learning teach critical thinking?

Does project-based learning teach critical thinking?

In this article from the Buck Institute for Education, John Mergendoller explores the link between project-based learning and critical thinking.
Subjects: Professional Learning, Not Subject Specific
Grades: K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
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“C3” thinking—Critical, creative and collaborative

“C3” thinking—Critical, creative and collaborative

Garfield Gini-Newman and Roland Case explain the interrelated nature of three dimensions of thinking—critical, creative and collaborative.
Subjects: Professional Learning, Not Subject Specific
Grades: K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
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Leadership Lessons from Ecosystems

Leadership Lessons from Ecosystems

Usha James and Warren Woytuck examine how adopting a critical inquiry stance together with an ecosystem metaphor can support leaders in disrupting deficit-mindedness, siloed thinking, and short-term solutions. Drawing on examples from ecosystem science, Indigenous knowledge, and leadership experienc…
Subjects: Not Subject Specific
Grades: K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
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Considering the need for critical thinking at the core of history curriculum

Considering the need for critical thinking at the core of history curriculum

Garfield Gini-Newman explores the challenge for students today: selecting and using relevant information for a purpose.
Subjects: History, Professional Learning
Grades: 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
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