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Critical Thinking in Science: Fostering Scientific Reasoning Skills in Students

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That way, when it comes time for them to take on a little science themselves, either in the lab or by theoretically thinking through a solution, they understand how to do it in the right context. One component of this type of thinking is being critical. They have to truly understand what’s true and what’s hearsay.

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Boosting Critical Thinking: STEM Board Games for All Ages

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However, it’s important to remember the value of unplugging and engaging in activities that promote critical thinking and problem-solving skills. One great way to do this is through playing board games, especially those with a focus on STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) concepts.

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3 Ways to Increase Critical Thinking at Your School

Carly and Adam

This is my third school year delivering play-based professional learning to the teachers there, and the administrators asked that I focus our day of learning on critical thinking. Critical Thinking” a buzzword we hear often in the EDU world, especially in STEM spaces. Lean into the discomfort of not knowing “how.”

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Critical Thinking and the Connect, Extend, Challenge Thinking Routine

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When students learn how to extend their reasoning using thinking moves, they are challenged to go below the surface and build a deeper understanding of scientific ideas and STEM principles. When classroom requirements go beyond memorizing facts and vocabulary, our students are free to wonder and to ask and answer their own questions.

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STEM Integration from Kindergarten to High School

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STEM education benefits students of all ages. This is because STEM — science, technology, engineering, and math — education does more than teach specific school subjects. STEM encourages students to solve problems. It hones critical thinking skills and helps students learn to navigate the complexities of group work.

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Any Classroom Can Be a STEM Classroom: Tips for Creating a STEM Learning Environment

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You too can create a STEM classroom where students are actively engaged in collaborating to solve problems using creativity and critical thinking.

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Critical Thinking and the Connect, Extend, Challenge Thinking Routine

Know Adam's Blog

When students learn how to extend their reasoning using thinking moves, they are challenged to go below the surface and build a deeper understanding of scientific ideas and STEM principles. When classroom requirements go beyond memorizing facts and vocabulary, our students are free to wonder and to ask and answer their own questions.