TCI

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Civic education is the cornerstone of a functioning democracy, yet recent evaluations reveal significant gaps in how it is taught across the nation. However, recent studies indicate that many states are falling short of providing students with the educational foundation needed for active civic participation.

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Civics Teaching Civic Engagement Social Studies 98

TeachThought

JULY 20, 2024

Strategies for Teaching AI Concepts Without Technology by TeachThought Staff Preface: This post is primarily for general content-area K-12 teachers (likely 6-12). Teaching AI theory, for example, is well beyond these ideas. How you teach something depends, obviously, on what you’re teaching. Let’s take a look.

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Teaching K-12 Critical Thinking History 314

A Principal's Reflections

JUNE 16, 2019

Tom Murray and I presented a call to action, highlighting the need to transform teaching, learning, and leadership in Learning Transformed to meet the demands and challenges inherent in the 4th Industrial Revolution. Rest assured, it is not as arduous an endeavor as you might think. However, things do need to change at scale.

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Education Leadership Critical Thinking Economics 401

The Hechinger Report

SEPTEMBER 9, 2019

Critical thinking is all the rage in education. Schools brag that they teach it on their websites and in open houses to impress parents. Critical thinking exercises and games haven’t produced long-lasting improvements for students. Higher Education. Choose as many as you like. Weekly Update.

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A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 30, 2012

Education is currently at a crossroads as traditional methods and tools are changing as a result of advances in technology and learning theory. These skill sets include critical thinking/problem solving, media literacy, collaboration, creativity, technological proficiency, and global awareness. Cross-posted at teach.com.

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Education Professional Development Educational Technology Pedagogy 383

Digital Promise

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

The event attracted educators from across the country and around the world. However, what I experienced was far different and far better: It put people at the center of the technology and helped me expand my views on how technology can and should be used in school settings as a tool for education and not as a replacement or goal of education.

Education 144

Education EdTech Humanities Middle School 144

The Hechinger Report

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

But a growing chorus of education advocates has been arguing that phonics isnt enough. They say that being able to decode the letters and read words is critically important, but students also need to make sense of the words. Some educators are calling for schools to adopt a curriculum that emphasizes content along with phonics.

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TeachThought

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

How Certain Words Change How Children Feel by Terry Heick While I often talk about ‘scale’ as one of the primary challenges in education –and have also wondered about curriculum , too–a more subversive concept constantly at play throughout education is tone. To have the desired effect (i.e., “But why?

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Teaching Critical Thinking Education 321

ED Surge

MARCH 27, 2025

In a survey of more than 1,000 public school teachers done through Samsungs partners at DonorsChoose a whopping 96 percent said AI will become an intrinsic part of education within the next decade. They can start with mastering spreadsheets, coding languages like Python or teaching students to use AI chatbots.

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K-12 Education EdTech Lesson Plan 113

ED Surge

JANUARY 21, 2025

But by the time she was heading up her own elementary school classroom in Chicago, she found herself missing the library and longing to teach media literacy again. She teaches concepts as wide-ranging as American Sign Language, critical thinking, typing, conducting research and writing in cursive. I'm an educator.

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A Principal's Reflections

JULY 26, 2012

I highly recommend both of these book at any educators who is interested about the science behind motivation or overcoming resistance to become and indispensable component of an educational organization. A teaching and learning culture powered by intrinsic motivation will achieve this. Take the resume for example.

Education 304

Education Artifacts Cultures Leadership 304

A Principal's Reflections

NOVEMBER 15, 2020

In classrooms, educators continue to grapple with the impacts this is having on both remote and hybrid learning models. So, what does this mean for education? Critical thinking and problem-solving : The ability to think in complex ways and apply knowledge and skills acquired in relevant ways.

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Critical Thinking Teaching Education Leadership 545

A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 24, 2024

The landscape of education is constantly evolving, and artificial intelligence (AI) is emerging as a powerful tool for educators. While it won't replace the irreplaceable human touch in the classroom, AI can significantly enhance teaching and learning by offering personalization, efficiency, and insightful data analysis.

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Interactive Learning Critical Thinking Humanities Teaching 452

A Principal's Reflections

FEBRUARY 2, 2020

I still vividly remember having lunch with Dave Moyer, the superintendent, where he explained in detail the vision that had been set for the district, centered around the six C's (collaboration, communication, critical thinking, creativity, character, citizenship). It was at this time that the decision was made for me to assist.

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EdTech K-12 Pedagogy Professional Development 540

A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 3, 2024

It also ensures that education remains dynamic and meaningful, preparing students to make informed decisions and contribute positively to society. Hence, nurturing relevant thinking is essential for equipping young minds with the competence to transform knowledge into action and meet the demands of the future head-on.

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Critical Thinking Pedagogy Project-Based Learning Cultures 464

ED Surge

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

This comes at a time when media literacy education isn’t available to most students, the report finds, and their ability to distinguish between objective and biased information sources is weak. Just six states have guidelines for how to teach media literacy, and only three make it a requirement in public schools.

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Civics Psychology Critical Thinking Teaching 145

A Principal's Reflections

JUNE 7, 2015

With 1:1 technology initiatives and BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) programs increasingly being implemented in schools across the globe, the need for digital literacy education has become more important than ever. However, teaching digital literacy has its challenges. She says it took a series of small steps to begin the process.

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Critical Thinking Leadership Teaching Education 418

NCHE

APRIL 1, 2025

The National Council for History Education (NCHE) is excited to announce a new partnership with the Library of Congress Teaching with Primary Sources program (TPS). These regional grants will help fund projects that expand and explore innovative methods of teaching and learning with Library of Congress materials.

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A Principal's Reflections

JANUARY 26, 2014

When it comes to educational technology I often get the feeling that the learning is often secondary. Another image created by my friend Bill Ferriter puts into perspective the importance of establishing learning outcomes when integrating technology as part of the teaching and learning process. Let it support learning."

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Artifacts Pedagogy Educational Technology Leadership 403

TeachThought

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Harnessing Kairos: Balancing Structured Time and Learning Velocity in K-12 Classrooms Time in education is about more than minutes on the clock or adhering to rigid schedules. Educational philosopher Shari Tishman describes this beautifully in her work, Slow Observation: The Art and Practice of Learning.

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Lesson Plan Critical Thinking K-12 Teaching 268

A Principal's Reflections

JUNE 9, 2024

Packed with practical examples, research-based strategies, and stories, any educator can find the most effective way to personalize learning. Here is the synopsis: Not Just One Way Are you an educator stuck in the traditional teaching or leadership mold, yearning for a spark to reignite your passion? Join the revolution.

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Tradition Critical Thinking Cultures Leadership 409

Passion for Social Studies

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Similarly, are you constantly trying to get students to be active in the thinking process? Honestly, both of these questions make teaching overwhelming! Teachers want students to enjoy school and be the ones thinking, but there is a lot to get through! There are so many standards and not enough time to teach everything.

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Social Studies Sociology Government Critical Thinking 130

Dr. Shannon Doak

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

In the ever-evolving landscape of education, the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been heralded as a transformative force. In that earlier post, I highlighted the superficial adoption of technology in education, where tools were used to digitize traditional methods without fostering genuine innovation.

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Education Project-Based Learning Tradition Critical Thinking 80

ED Surge

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

When he teaches a math class, Tom Fisher wants students to feel confused. Mostly an administrator these days, Fisher still teaches honors algebra at Breakwater, a pre-K-8th independent school in Portland, Maine. Its not the conventional way to teach the subject, Fisher says. For Fisher, its important to mingle math and play.

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K-12 Pedagogy Teaching Elementary School 126

Zinn Education Project

DECEMBER 12, 2024

This is why the right launched a nationwide anti-CRT campaign and book bans restricting teaching about systemic racism, and erasing the histories of immigrant and LGBTQ+ communities. The answer is that we can shift the narrative if we equip young people with peoples history and critical thinking skills to make them impervious to lies.

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Critical Thinking History Teaching Education 98

TeachThought

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Additionally, educational apps have found their place in children’s digital repertoire, promoting learning in various subjects such as language, math, science, coding, and creativity. Critical Thinking Skill Emphasize the development of critical thinking skills to help children navigate the vast amount of information available to them.

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Critical Thinking Professional Development Digital Resources Teaching 282

TeachThought

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

15 Alternatives To Report Cards In The K-12 Classroom by TeachThought Staff Like lunchboxes (or brown paper sacks), field trips, and textbooks, report cards are iconic–symbols of traditional classrooms and traditional approaches to education. May require significant changes in teaching practices and assessment methods.

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Critical Thinking K-12 Tradition Teaching 306

Teaching American History

MARCH 11, 2025

Teaching government at Hilliard Darby High School in Ohio (a suburb of Columbus), Amy Messick helps students understand how our constitutional system works. One former student who appreciates what he learned from Messick now serves on the school board for the district in which Messick teaches. Some of them encourage her.

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Government Controversial Topics American History Civics 96

ED Surge

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

This hurt her teaching time, and she wanted to know if I experienced the same phenomenon in my teaching career; without hesitation, I admitted to facing the same problem. In my fifth year of teaching Arabic as a second language, I often reflect on how frequently my subject is undervalued.

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Heritage Cultures Teaching Critical Thinking 134

Digital Promise

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Deductive reasoning is one of the key skills in critical thinking, as it requires students to take a logical approach to turning general ideas into specific conclusions.” Critical thinking is not just a skill, but a habit formed to help with problem-solving.” The “why” is much more important than the “what” in education.

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Teaching Critical Thinking High School Education 139

TeachThought

JUNE 5, 2024

Questioning in the Classroom: An Updated Guide by Terry Heick If the ultimate goal of education is for students to be able to answer questions effectively, then focusing on content and response strategies makes sense. Education is thought to have focused (without having been there, who knows for sure?)

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Critical Thinking Tradition Artifacts Cultures 328

A Principal's Reflections

JUNE 10, 2018

The key to future-proofing education is to empower students to not only think, but to apply their thinking in relevant ways to demonstrate what has been learned. Reflection in Teacher Education: Towards Definition and Implementation. The University of Sydney: School of Teaching and Curriculum Studies.

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Pedagogy Lesson Plan Critical Thinking Research 402

ED Surge

MARCH 26, 2024

When longtime educator Zachary Cote first read about the release of ChatGPT about 15 months ago, he says his first instinct was to be “concerned” about its impact in the classroom, worried that students might simply ask the AI tool to do work for them. Cote is not alone in pinning hopes on AI to help the teaching of civics.

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Civics Controversial Topics Education Social Studies 135

TeachThought

MARCH 30, 2024

His innovative teaching methods, characterized by wit and a deep understanding of fundamental principles, inspire educators globally. Feynman’s legacy emphasizes the importance of curiosity, imagination, and critical thinking.

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Critical Thinking Teaching Research Education 320

ED Surge

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

While mastering technical skills is essential, students must also develop soft skills like communication, collaboration and critical thinking to thrive beyond the classroom. Are there established standards for soft skills in education? Why is Career and Technical Education particularly well-suited for developing soft skills?

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Project-Based Learning Middle School High School Critical Thinking 133

ED Surge

MAY 15, 2024

Educators face the challenge of engaging students in STEM amidst limited resources. STEM education is not just about science and math; it develops skills such as creativity, communication, empathy and critical thinking that complement technologies like generative AI and coding.

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Education K-12 Critical Thinking Public School 138

A Principal's Reflections

AUGUST 18, 2019

While there are many digital tools to choose from when it comes to teaching and having our students create, Buncee’s versatility and ease-of-use make it a go-to tool for all creative needs. Educators can use this integration to create lessons, make interactive flashcards for students, and communicate with families.

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Interactive Learning Critical Thinking Leadership High School 387