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How Minecraft Teaches Reading, Writing and Problem Solving

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In case you must ‘sell’ this idea to your administration, here are three great reasons why students should use Minecraft in school: Reading, Writing, and Problem Solving. I want to see their creativity, critical thinking, and problem solving in action. Problem Solving. We all have a great time.

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5 (free) Tech Problem Solving Posters

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This month: Problem-solving. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years. Every month, we’ll share five themed posters that you can share on your website (with attribution), post on your walls, or simply be inspired. –for the entire collection of 65 posters, click here.

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Ten Tech Problem-Solving Tips You Don’t Want to Miss

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Here are the top ten problem-solving tips according to Ask a Tech Teacher readers: Tech Tip #108: Got a Tech Problem? 25 Techie Problems Every Student Can Fix–Update. How to Teach Students to Solve Problems. I Can Solve That Problem…. 81: Problem Solving Board.

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Teaching Problem-Solving

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Problem-solving is the most important skill that students learn in the classroom. It is the meat and potatoes of mathematics, whether the problems perplex the Stephen Hawkings of the world or first graders learning basic arithmetic. Strong problem-solving abilities will serve students in every profession and aspect of life.

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Teach Critical Thinking

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. “No problem can withstand the assault of sustained thinking.” I’ve discussed problem-solving before (see How to Teach Students to Solve Problems ). To me, problem-solving is one of life’s great highs. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years.

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6 Tips for Teaching Kids Coding

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The Ask a Tech Teacher crew has come up with a foundational list of tips for teaching coding. Share in comments what your secret techniques are: 6 Tips for Teaching Kids Coding If you were around when the internet first came out, you may have seen how coding was a career for specialized professionals.

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Teaching Early Geometry Concepts

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Math is a fundamental process in learning, not just adding and subtracting but to develops skill in problem solving and critical thinking. Here’s The Tech Edvocate’s article: Teaching Early Geometry Concepts. Teaching Math. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years.

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