ED Surge

OCTOBER 5, 2023

It’s a classic idea : In the 1600s it was the basic model of evaluation at Oxford and Cambridge (with the grilling by professors done in Latin), and it was pretty much what Socrates did to his students. And they say the key is to use technology to make the approach more convenient and less draining.

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MARCH 9, 2023

For example, if I ask them to write a report using a word processing tool (Word, Google Docs), they are welcome to convince me a slideshow or video would be a better choice, but they have to make their argument based on logic and evidence, comparing and contrasting their approach to mine.

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ED Surge

OCTOBER 10, 2023

But it’s not because students aren’t good at critical thinking, argues Mike Caulfield, a research scientist at University of Washington’s Center for an Informed Public. The result is the book “ Verified: How to think straight, get duped less and make better decisions about what to believe online.” You've got to go upstream.

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JUNE 21, 2017

Sure, class members can memorize facts but too often the critical thinking required to analyze cause and effect — say, how a specific river encouraged ancient trade — eludes them unless the teacher spells it out, telling them the “right” answer. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-8 technology for 20 years.

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JANUARY 28, 2022

I want to see their creativity, critical thinking, and problem solving in action. This is great motivation for critical thinking and problem solving. Construct viable arguments and critique the reasoning of others. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years. Image credit: Paulo Ordoveza.

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JUNE 7, 2017

With the growing interest in coding comes a call for after school tech camps that supersize student enthusiasm for technology. They tie arguments to class reading, general knowledge as well as evidence from research. Debates help students grasp critical thinking and presentation skills, including: abstract thinking.

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Futurum

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

With this information, we created a variety of objectives, ranging from communication skills and respect for community, to leadership skills and critical thinking,” says Olivia. The goal is for students to consider scientific issues from multiple points of view and develop their critical thinking skills.

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OCTOBER 21, 2015

Most famously: Bill Gates, who dropped out of college because he believed he could learn more from life than professors. Education pedagogists categorize these sorts of ideas as higher-order thinking and Habits of Mind –traits that contribute to critical thinking, problem solving, and thriving. Revise your mindset.

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MAY 16, 2016

With the growing interest in coding comes a call for after school tech camps that supersize student enthusiasm for learning technology. They tie arguments to class reading, general knowledge as well as evidence from research. Debates help students grasp critical thinking and presentation skills, including: abstract thinking.

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APRIL 11, 2019

I’ve been teaching technology for over fifteen years. Just when I think I’ve got everyone coloring between the lines, things change and I have to get a different paintbrush. It’s important to remember that lots of kids aren’t raised with technology. They get it. I agree about the familiarity.

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STEM Education Guide

MARCH 4, 2023

STEM vs. STEAM STEM stands for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. STEAM stands for science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics. In this article, we’re looking at both sides of the argument. Science and math feed directly into technological and engineering applications.

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Futurum

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Professor Jeffrey Catchmark and his team at Pennsylvania State University in the US believe they have one such solution, using common plant-based materials to create sustainable food packaging. The materials also cost less than plastic, require no new equipment, and use existing production technologies.”

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MAY 18, 2015

For example, if I ask them to write a report using a word processing tool (Word, Google Docs), they are welcome to convince me a slideshow or video would be a better choice, but they have to make their argument based on logic and evidence, comparing and contrasting their approach to mine. –published first on TeachHUB.

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Critical Thinking Problem Solving Argumentation Achievement 248

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JUNE 24, 2015

The result is a compelling argument that education is less a data download and more a fitness program for our brains. Henry Ford said: “Thinking is the hardest work in the world, which is why so few engage in it.” Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-8 technology for 15 years. Persisting. It’s never crowded.”

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APRIL 18, 2016

Does it require sufficient critical thinking to keep the student engaged or do they get bored quickly? Does the web tool encourage higher-order thinking –creativity, evaluation, critical thinking, problem solving? Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-8 technology for 15 years. Is the tool challenging ?

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