Critical Thinking
Whether via classroom discussions, analysis of written text, higher-order questioning, or other strategies, learn and share ways to help students go deeper with their thinking.
Using Picture Books as Entry Points for Complex Topics in Middle School
Teachers can use nonfiction picture books to introduce background information and vocabulary so that students have a mental framework for understanding a new unit.2.3kYour content has been saved!
Go to My Saved Content.Math Problem Design Studio
DownloadStudents step into the role of problem designer, building original math word problems from a real-world scenario, then testing their design by having classmates solve it and catch the trap.
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Go to My Saved Content.5 Thinking Habits That Help Students Tackle Complex Math Problems
Elementary teachers can foster the critical thinking skills that help students develop independence in working through math scenarios.Your content has been saved!
Go to My Saved Content.Using Picture Books to Teach Children About Large Numbers
These strategies help elementary students grapple with the very large numbers involved in talking about time and space.Your content has been saved!
Go to My Saved Content.Exploring Before Explaining Sparks Learning
New elementary science teachers can build student engagement and enhance learning by using the explore-before-explain approach.Your content has been saved!
Go to My Saved Content.Will These 6 Sneaky Charts, Maps, and Graphs Deceive Your Students?
In a media landscape overrun with slick data visualizations, students must develop the skills to scrutinize what’s presented to them as fact—or risk being led astray.Adapting Socratic Seminars for Elementary
With a few key modifications, teachers can make a complex academic discussion into an excellent learning opportunity for younger students.8 Classroom AI Policies Developed by Teachers
Setting clear, shared expectations around student AI use is uncharted territory for many teachers. Educators across disciplines and grade levels share their current policies.When Even the Best AI Detection Tools Fail, Return to Basics
Pangram was touted as the fail-safe AI-detection tool, then students figured out how to hack it. Here’s what writing teachers can do.6.1kYour content has been saved!
Go to My Saved Content.5 Ways to Encourage Active Learning in Familiar Classroom Activities
How can teachers ensure that students are doing meaningful cognitive work? These tweaks to common routines like turn-and-talk set up conditions for deeper thinking.Responding to Students’ Questions With (Better) Questions
When students run into problems, it can be tempting to immediately provide help, but guiding them to engage in productive struggle is more effective in the long term.9.1kYour content has been saved!
Go to My Saved Content.A 4-Step Plan for Promoting Metacognition in Middle School
Thinking about how they think helps students develop an essential skill that supports their academic success and independence.4 Ways to Use Technology to Make Student Thinking Visible in the Elementary Grades
Simple video and audio recording tools allow students to capture, share, and reflect on their learning.3 Evidence-Based Ways to Supercharge Paper Notebooks
When paper notebooks become a primary workspace, students can organize their ideas, visualize key concepts, and better track their learning.10.3kYour content has been saved!
Go to My Saved Content.7 Ways to Get Math Students to Show Their Thinking
Math isn’t just about answers—the process matters, too. These strategies spotlight reasoning and reveal student thinking.89.5kYour content has been saved!
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