Faculty Focus

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

For decades, researchers have highlighted the importance of comprehending and integrating diverse cultural elements to enhance teaching and learning practices. When people hear the term “culture,” it is often associated solely with ethnic culture.

Culture 130

Culture Syllabus Critical Thinking Intelligence 130

eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

Students and educators alike engage in information literacy, acquiring the ability to critically evaluate online information, conduct research, and discern credible sources. Media literacy: Media literacy involves the ability to critically analyze and interpret various forms of digital media.

Ethics 258

Ethics Students Evaluation Communication 258

Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Thinking routines offer more than just a structured pathway for students to delve into their thinking and explore the content deeply; they also serve as a window into their cognitive processes, offering invaluable formative assessment data. This phase underscores the significance of critical evaluation, research skills, and reasoning.

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Questions Metacognitive Skills Ethics Math 415

eSchool News

DECEMBER 1, 2020

This has always been the case, but in a prevailing learning culture that promotes outside-the-box problem solving, these activities are growing more common in the 21st-century school library. Moreover, school library faculty must partner with administrators and teachers to ensure students adopt effective critical thinking and research skills.

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Schools Essay Instructors Critical Thinking 358

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Noteworthy courses include Critical Thinking and Personal Financial Literacy. In the first course, Critical Thinking, students learn to apply critical thinking to situations in a wide variety of areas such as advertising, politics, the media, and popular culture.

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eSchool News

APRIL 23, 2024

Online archives such as the Library of Congress’s Digital Collections and the National Archives offer students the opportunity to explore primary sources firsthand, gaining insights into historical events and cultural phenomena that would otherwise be inaccessible.

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Social Studies Study Ethics Intelligence 293

eSchool News

OCTOBER 18, 2015

The ISTE Standards for Students recommends that teachers provide opportunities for students to: Develop cultural understanding and global awareness by engaging with learners of other cultures. Locate, organize, analyze, evaluate, synthesize, and ethically use information from a variety of sources and media. Now it’s your turn.

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Knowledge Ethics Evaluation Communication 279

Faculty Focus

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

For decades, researchers have highlighted the importance of comprehending and integrating diverse cultural elements to enhance teaching and learning practices. When people hear the term “culture,” it is often associated solely with ethnic culture.

Culture 111

Culture Syllabus Critical Thinking Intelligence 111

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

By fostering a positive school culture, we create an environment where students and staff feel valued and motivated. Prioritizing Growth involves creating a relevant and dynamic curriculum, integrating technology, and promoting critical thinking and problem-solving skills. This vision underscores the first promise of Joy.

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Schools Learning Students Knowledge 300

Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 28, 2025

In this new paradigm, collaboration and critical thinking are essential. The use of digital tools fosters collaboration and interaction, which can enhance critical thinking skills. To summarize, while hybrid learning models offer promising solutions, their success hinges on thoughtful execution and consistent evaluation.

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Hybrid Learning Learning Styles Study Critical Thinking 141

eSchool News

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Whether they struggle with grammar, vocabulary, organization, or critical thinking, identifying these specific challenges allows for a targeted approach to using AI. By generating lists of pros and cons, students practice critical thinking while considering opposing viewpoints.

English 300

English Writing Teaching Essay 300

eSchool News

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Over time, this dynamic instruction cultivates critical thinking skills that empower students to view problems from multiple angles, discern between reality and fallacy, and evaluate the credibility of information from a variety of sources. This leads to a culture of experimentation, creation, and inquiry.

Teaching Methods 312

Teaching Methods Lecturing Schools Beliefs 312

Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 15, 2023

This routine fosters critical thinking and enhances the meaningful integration of new learning into an individual’s cognitive framework. Geography and Culture Connect: After studying a foreign country, ask students to find similarities between their own community and the one they studied.

Metacognitive Skills 334

Metacognitive Skills Discussions Art Math 334

Edsurge

MAY 5, 2022

I recently picked up “ Fact vs. Fiction: Teaching Critical Thinking Skills in the Age of Fake News ” by Jennifer LaGarde and Darren Hudgins (2018). EasyBib has several great blog posts, as well as this super-helpful infographic detailing ways to evaluate an article or news story.

Culture 176

Culture Evaluation Schools Critical Thinking 176

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

In fact, studies show that a lack of confidence and linguistic resources often prevents ELLs from fully engaging in creative writing, despite their rich cultural and personal experiences. This fosters critical thinking and collaboration as students craft branching storylines and engage in problem-solving to connect various plot points.

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English Critical Thinking Writing Languages 236

eSchool News

MAY 26, 2022

Located in South Minneapolis, the Aim Academy of Science and Technology provides students in grades 6-10 a successful path to college and STEM careers through culturally responsive mentorship, integrated STEM education, and curricular connections with technology-based businesses and industries.

Social Studies 244

Social Studies Science Study Technology 244

eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

Collaborative online platforms promote peer interaction, critical thinking, and teamwork–essential skills for success in the modern world. K-12 students are exposed to coding, digital media creation, and critical evaluation of online information.

Learning 258

Learning Learning Styles Critical Thinking Accessibility 258

eSchool News

MAY 15, 2024

A culture of continuous learning Wendy W. Amato, K12 Coalition–Teaching Channel As the 2023–2024 school year winds down, I find myself thinking about how educators are models for students, whether or not they are in a classroom. She can be reached at apence@hbuhsd.edu. She drinks a lot of coffee and plays pickleball.

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Education Schools Math Science 311

eSchool News

OCTOBER 27, 2022

We are on a mission to elevate the potential of every learner by helping evaluators and educators understand each student’s aptitude, skills and strengths,” said Dr. Sarah Holman, a former EL teacher and bilingual evaluator who now serves as a director for Riverside Insights.

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English Evaluation Languages Language 152

k12 Digest

MAY 28, 2025

Creating an empowering learning environment starts with a school culture built on structure, consistency, and emotional support. AEF fosters a culture of mentorship, pairing new teachers with experienced educators who provide guidance and support. But learning doesnt stop with formal training.

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Skills Schools Learning Students 144

Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 7, 2023

Student-centered approach: Shifting the focus from the teacher as the primary source of knowledge to fostering critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration in students. Critical thinking and creativity: Emphasizing analytical thinking, creativity, and innovation to tackle complex issues and develop new solutions.

Critical Thinking 147

Critical Thinking Teaching Methods Culture Knowledge 147

eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

As technology continues to shape every facet of modern life, proficiency in navigating digital tools, critically evaluating online information, and responsibly engaging in the digital space becomes crucial. Additionally, digital literacy cultivates critical thinking skills.

Skills 130

Skills Critical Thinking Ethics Evaluation 130

eSchool News

DECEMBER 6, 2022

Featuring standards-aligned, core-curricular resources that use an inquiry-based approach to enhance literacy and critical thinking skills, Discovery Education’s Social Studies Techbook aids teachers and students as they approach inquiry through the 5Es Framework: Engage, Explore, Explain, Extend, and Evaluate.

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Science Student Engagement Social Studies English 245

eSchool News

AUGUST 27, 2024

–Jessica Campos, Instructional Technology Coach, Mesquite Independent School District In the 2024 to 2025 school year, districts will be asking more questions about evidence of impact when they’re evaluating and selecting education technology solutions.

Schools 337

Schools Coaching STEM Evaluation 337

Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 30, 2024

If students overuse AI to write essays, they may not engage in critical thinking and creativity. Educational institutions must balance using AI technologies with keeping students engaged in the learning process, especially in improving their creative and precise thinking skills.

Writing 187

Writing Essay Ethics Plagiarism 187

eSchool News

AUGUST 30, 2022

Featuring standards-aligned, core-curricular resources that use an inquiry-based approach to enhance literacy and critical thinking skills, Discovery Education’s Social Studies?Techbook? aids teachers and students as they approach inquiry through the 5Es Framework: Engage, Explore, Explain, Extend, and Evaluate.

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STEM Textbooks Interdisciplinary Social Studies 242

Edsurge

MARCH 27, 2025

I think data science also provides a very compelling framework for students to evaluate AI tools with some skepticism and understand the use cases deeply, Drozda says. The basis of any AI education would have to be rooted in critical thinking, he explains, how to ask good questions and evaluate the answers.

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Intelligence Teachers Science Plagiarism 210

k12 Digest

MARCH 4, 2025

What motivates me is witnessing a students growth not just academically, but also their social, emotional and cultural development. I enjoy fostering a culture of growth, inclusivity. While evaluations are important, an overemphasis on standardized testing often limits creativity and critical thinking.

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Education Culture Critical Thinking Evaluation 130

eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

School libraries have evolved from strict, quiet, hush-hush rooms to more interactive spaces with flexible seating, readily-available edtech tools, and educators on hand to help with research, critical resource evaluation, makerspaces. What is the road map for reinvigorating and future-proofing our library programs?

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Schools Languages Language Reading 246

eSchool News

APRIL 29, 2024

“Our mission is to embrace AI in our classrooms to enhance student learning; centering student inquiry, student reflection, and critical thinking.” ” The launch of Experience AI thus coincides with the beginning of a new era in digital education in Quebec.

Intelligence 258

Intelligence Exams Ethics Learning Styles 258

Edsurge

AUGUST 30, 2017

Norris’s model requires a shift in culture and roles throughout the school. Employability Skills address the development of skills essential in the work force including critical thinking, creative problem solving, communication, and collaboration. When, how and where they work on these competencies is personal to each learner.

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Interdisciplinary Coaching Learning Schools 158

Edsurge

MAY 15, 2018

Planned or random, evaluative or not, the atmosphere changes. The entrance of an administrator can create tension where there was none, or it can relieve stress—but that depends on the relationship between the administrator and teacher as well as the culture and purpose of observations in a school.

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Teachers Evaluation Feedback Teaching Methods 148

eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Through hands-on projects and research, students develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration skills while applying knowledge across disciplines. Critical Thinking : Encouraging critical thinking skills is paramount in education.

Teaching 130

Teaching Teaching Methods Critical Thinking Learning Styles 130

Edsurge

MARCH 9, 2023

Creativity encourages problem-solving, critical thinking, iteration, collaboration and making deep connections in students’ learning material. Creativity needs to be embedded in everything we do with students; it needs to be part of the school culture. Bongiorno argues that creativity can’t be an afterthought in the curriculum.

Student Engagement 206

Student Engagement Teachers Students Beliefs 206

Edsurge

MARCH 12, 2018

I spent years working at Google, and the skills that were critical to my success may surprise you. Instead, the organization values traits like critical thinking, empathy, and thoughtful communication—above STEM competencies. Technology can make evaluating and tracking easier. Challenge: “Kids hate writing.”.

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Writing Teaching Education Feedback 155

Edsurge

MARCH 22, 2022

In this kind of learning environment, where a student’s creativity and critical thinking skills are constantly challenged, John took some time to adjust. We must re-evaluate what parts of our education system to keep and what to update.

Middle School 187

Middle School Middle School Schools Motivation 187

Edsurge

OCTOBER 20, 2023

That involves understanding the learner's cognitive style, their cultural background and even their emotional state or sentiment. A data-informed classroom provides another lens through which to view and evaluate student performance, complimenting educators’ own expertise and intuition.

Ethics 199

Ethics Intelligence Learning Instructors 199