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Critical Thinking in the Classroom By Kelly Jean Sullivan


 


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What is critical thinking? Critical thinking goes beyond memorization, encouraging students to connect the dots between concepts, solve problems, think creatively, and apply knowledge in new ways

For example, a high schooler may see a news item about climate change. They can apply critical thinking skills to reflect on the different arguments, learn more about the topic and come to a reasoned conclusion.
Build in opportunities for students to find connections in learning.
  1. Use analogies.
  2. Promote interaction among students.
  3. Ask open-ended questions.
  4. Allow reflection time.
  5. Use real-life problems.
  6. Allow for thinking practice.

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