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5 strategies to close the critical thinking gap

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Then, students can work together to start answering some of these questions using the active learning methods above. Get metacognitive One important aspect of critical thinking is metacognition, or “thinking about one’s own thinking.” The questions in the Tree Maps below can help teachers get started.

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5 ways educators can shrink the critical thinking gap

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Then, students can work together to start answering some of these questions using the active learning methods above. Get metacognitive One important aspect of critical thinking is metacognition, or “thinking about one’s own thinking.” The questions in the Tree Maps below can help teachers get started.

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What are Tools and Techniques in Education?

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Finally, self-assessment and peer assessment empower students to reflect on their own learning and provide feedback to their peers. Through self-reflection and peer collaboration, students develop metacognitive skills, communication abilities, and a deeper understanding of their strengths and areas for improvement.

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