Dr. Shannon Doak

JANUARY 16, 2020

On the flip side, only 18% of parents ranked memorizing facts and definitions as very important. I agree to a certain point that technology is a part of the solution, but it is not a silver bullet or a magical pill that will cure schools of this “traditional approach” disease. We need to use more Project-Based Assessments.

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Tradition Critical Thinking Educational Technology Teaching 97

ED Surge

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Name: Caleb Brown Age: 20 College: Clemson University Area of study: History, secondary education Intends to teach: Social studies Hometown: Rock Hill, South Carolina EdSurge: What is one of your earliest memories of a teacher? Wright, definitely had a great impact on my life. Definitely. Is that right?

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ED Surge

MAY 8, 2023

It takes critical thinking and a sense for the numbers to even understand how or why a student’s approach might be wrong, Barclay says. It ends up pressuring teachers to force students to stay on track with a generic schedule rather than engage students in critical thinking, which takes time. Barclay says.

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ED Surge

MARCH 22, 2022

In this kind of learning environment, where a student’s creativity and critical thinking skills are constantly challenged, John took some time to adjust. It definitely does not represent their potential as a learner when the experiences follow a uniform path that limits a student’s individuality.

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Dr. Shannon Doak

JUNE 13, 2020

There are many opinions about the effectiveness of educational technology to improve learning. Others believe that there is an EdTech tool out there that is going to solve all of our problems in education. Neither of these approaches is the correct approach when considering using technology to improve learning.

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EdTech Educational Technology Critical Thinking Tradition 71

ED Surge

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

So mixing this in with all the other things they need to do can definitely be a bad idea, just because it takes so much time.” Often the skills young students learn through doing research, like critical thinking, are what help them later on rather than the research itself, she says. “If They may be playing sports.

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ED Surge

MAY 5, 2022

I recently picked up “ Fact vs. Fiction: Teaching Critical Thinking Skills in the Age of Fake News ” by Jennifer LaGarde and Darren Hudgins (2018). I would propose that we might begin by steeping ourselves in definitions that allow us to speak with clarity in regards to the types of misleading information.

Cultures 113

Cultures K-12 Library Critical Thinking 113

ED Surge

JULY 21, 2022

As you reflect on what you are seeking to develop and assess with the students enrolled in your class, consider exploring the other VALUE rubrics within the broader AAC&U VALUE System , such as global learning or critical thinking. Before answering that question, first consider whether what you want to measure is truly creativity.

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ED Surge

AUGUST 21, 2023

They can assist with device management, troubleshoot technical issues and ensure that technology is effectively integrated into the learning process. By actively managing technology resources, students gain real-world experience that prepares them for future careers and responsibilities.

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ED Surge

APRIL 12, 2022

And these include learning how to learn, critical thinking, independence, improved social skills and general skills such as working in teams and developing good working habits. And a university degree is definitely good debt—not only for the individual, but also for society. There is good debt, and there is bad debt.

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Cultures EdTech Economics Critical Thinking 98

ED Surge

MARCH 8, 2022

In a time of shifting definitions and “alternative facts,” we want math to be math (or maths if you’re British). My job is to prepare them to change the world, to navigate the unpredictable with critical thinking and resilience. I am glad to see these bills fail to gain traction. But we must examine what lies underneath it all.

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