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Training Teachers to Teach Critical Thinking

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From www.edutopia.org - October 29, 2013 9:11 PM

"Thinking critically is one thing, but being able to teach it can be quite another."

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How do we teach students to be critical thinkers? How do we train teachers to teach critical thinking? Edutopia has recently published a number of articles focused on 'Critical Thinking: A Path to College and Career.'

This link takes you directly to a page where a "Katie Kirkpatrick, dean of instruction at KIPP King Collegiate High School" shares her experience with a training she designed for teachers. From this page you may link to many other areas. Two that you may find helpful are:

* Ten Takeaway Tips for Teaching Critical Thinking

* Resources and Downloads for Teaching Critical Thinking

The Resources and Download area includes lesson plans and rubrics as well as Tools for Critical Thinking.

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Jorge Leal's curator insight, November 11, 2013 1:25 PM

you have to read this ...!
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New Teachers Hub on Pinterest

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From pinterest.com - August 13, 2013 10:09 PM

"A pinspiring place for teachers to find and share creative ideas. Follow these boards for lesson plans, classroom decor and lots more for lively learning."

 

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Pinterest has become a great location to find educational sources, and now they have launched a teachers hub. Currently they are boards that share information for grades PreK through Grade 6 (one board per grade) as well as boards for Art, Science, Math, Classroom Decor, Classroom Management, Home  School, Literacy, Sensory Learning, Gold Star Supplies, Back to School and Educational Blogs.

For more information on this new feature you may travel over to the Pinterest Blog where they posted "Say Hello to Pinterest" at http://blog.pinterest.com/post/58175180377/say-hello-to-teachers-on-pinterest

The current boards are for elementary school but the post also notes that they will "work together with Edutopia—an online resource for educators—to build out the education-focused community on Pinterest."

If you are looking for lesson plans, ideas for your classroom, and more it is worth checking out this resource.

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The Teacher Treasury's comment, August 22, 2013 1:54 AM
This is a wonderful idea. Really looking forward to the development of this Teacher Hub.
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My Garbology - The Study of what we do with our Waste

My Garbology - The Study of what we do with our Waste | Eclectic Technology | Scoop.it
From www.naturebridge.org - April 16, 2012 8:26 PM

Garbology is the study of what we do with our waste. All the things we throw away each day—where do they end up? Many of us know that we can reuse, recycle, and compost to help keep waste out of landfills, but how do you know what goes where? Why is it important to reduce the waste we put in landfills? All of this and more is Garbology.

This site has many resources available for students, teachers and families. Lesson plans for Grades K - 12 are also available, and some resources are also in Spanish.

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6 Days and 78 Resources for Digital Literacy Internet Safety

6 Days and 78 Resources for Digital Literacy Internet Safety | Eclectic Technology | Scoop.it
From ilearntechnology.com - September 17, 2013 11:08 PM

"Internet Safety and Digital Citizenship are important topics ... it is so integral to what our kids do while they are at school.  Whether or not you have a 1:1 program, these are topics that shouldn’t be overlooked!  Don’t assume that because your students are fairly savvy when it comes to learning technology, that they will automatically pick up on digital literacy...it is essential that parents learn about digital literacy so that they can echo and enforce good technology use at home"

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If you are looking for some great resources for elementary and middle school students that look at issues involved in digital literacy this post may be just what you are looking for. The post is divided into five sections:

* Online identity

* What to do

* Digital footprint

* Cyber Bullying

* Online Privacy

Each section has a list of resources split into elementary and middle school as well as a description of the topic area. Also included are resources to assist with Online Discernment (think about how many students tell you that if it is online it must be true!) as well as teacher resources and lesson plans.

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David Cook's curator insight, August 7, 2014 10:26 PM

Looks better for K - 8 teachers than high school (myself).  I do like the week plan of 5 days of focus on digital literacy!
Melissa Marshall's curator insight, October 25, 2014 10:46 AM

This is an excellent collection of resources, split into age groups and a suggested order of activities. It is an American site, but I like how they have picked up on the cybersmart resource put out by the Australian Government. I would add another one to the list: the resources made by CommonSense Media. These are great too, and Prendiville's digital citizenship unit is based on them. 
Lamia Saad's curator insight, March 9, 2021 9:53 PM
It’s great resource including  different resources to teach children about online Identity, digital footprint, cyber bullying and online Privacy.These references can be use by parents and teachers.
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Teaching With the Library of Congress - Best Colleges Online

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From www.bestcollegesonline.com - January 10, 2013 10:47 PM
Discover how the Library of Congress' vast resources — both print and digital — can help educators boost their lesson plans.
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The Library of Congress has amazing resources, and this infographic provides an overview of what is available!

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Teaching Channel: Videos, Lesson Plans and Other Resources for Teachers

Teaching Channel: Videos, Lesson Plans and Other Resources for Teachers | Eclectic Technology | Scoop.it
From www.teachingchannel.org - February 17, 2012 8:58 PM
Teacher videos, resources and lesson plans. Discover great ideas and strategies to use as a teacher with this collection of videos covering Math, Science, English, History and more.
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