Teaching thinking Approaches to Learning

Session 5 PYP FIS 2013

The meaning of thinking

The benefits of thinking

The challenges of thinking

Skills needed to be a successful thinker

Activities to help students see the need for ,

and benefits of, thinking

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present together with your

group (3 groups: The benefits,

the challenges, successful

thinker)

It is time to think about thinking

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Paul,R. and Elder,L.2008. The miniature guide to Critical thinking concepts and Tools. Tomales, CA, USA: Foundation for Critical Thinking Process

http://www.edutopia.org/stw-kipp-critical-thinking-10-tips-for-teaching

http://www.criticalthinking.org/pages/critical-thinking-where-to-begin/796

http://eps.schoolspecialty.com/downloads/articles/Critical_Thinking-Schneider.pdf