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The 8 Elements of Critical Thinking

Educators Technology

Critical thinking! This visual is inspired by Elesapiens work What is critical thinking? I like to think of critical thinking as an analytic framework, a conceptual structure that weaves together a set of interconnected thinking skills and reasoning abilities.

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Simulations as a Teaching Strategy

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Simulations and games have grown from rote drills using a computer to challenging learning experiences for students that hone problem-solving and critical thinking skills. They are fun for students, keep them engaged, and teach the foundational pieces of a lesson.

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Infusing Discovery into Instructional Coaching

Middle Web

The inquiry-fueled methods that pique student interest, invite critical thinking, and support deep learning can also bring joy and discovery to instructional coaching. Pam Koutrakos shows how collaborative inquiry-based coaching cycles can yield powerful results for everyone.

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Educators Have Some Pointed Advice For Tech Companies Building the Metaverse

ED Surge

That's not what real learning is about. Real learning is deep learning, not superficial learning. But if we can think ahead of time, intentionally about how to merge a hybrid education that uses the best of technology and makes things come alive. I think the opportunities for deep learning are endless.

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PBL Puts the FUN in FUNdamentals!

Defined Learning

As you are winding down your school year, it is a great time to think about ways to end the year with exciting and engaging learning for all your students. Deep learning has become a buzzphrase in many school districts and is really not a new type of pedagogy.

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What is the 21st Century Lesson Plan?

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To focus on the over-arching concepts above, make learning platform-neutral. For example, when teaching spreadsheets, make the software or online tools a vehicle for practicing critical thinking, data analysis, and evidence-based learning, not for learning one brand of software or a particular spreadsheet tool.

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Simulations: Experiential Learning Tools

Magic EdTech

Simulations as Learning Tools. Instructional simulations have the potential to engage students in deep learning. Deep learning empowers understanding as opposed to surface learning which deals with memorization. develops critical thinking, imagination, and creativity. As a result the user: .