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The 8 Elements of Critical Thinking

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It is true that there has never been a time in human history where information and knowledge are as plentiful and readily accessible as they are today. The purpose of critical thinking is to inform our behaviours, actions, decisions and to "improve our ability to reason and generate strong arguments" (Hanscomb, 2016, p.

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iCivics Offers Tons of Free Resources and Tools to Promote Civics Education

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iCivics is an educational website that offers access to a wide variety of learning resources that include games, curriculum materials, lesson plans, webquests, and videos. These resources are designed to help promote civics education especially among middle and high school students.

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Teaching Using News Articles: Helpful Tips and Resources for Teachers

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Encourage students to voice their opinions and be argumentative all while being ethical, maintaining decorum and respecting each other’s views. How to Spot Fake News, Disinformation & Conspiracy Theories , by Elise Gravel "A hilarious and timely tool to help kids learn how to tell what news is true and what isn't."

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