Critical Thinking, Ethics and Evaluation

5 Steps to Update Assignments to Foster Critical Thinking and Authentic Learning in an AI Age

Faculty Focus

JULY 8, 2025

The three panelists shared their perspectives, borne out in an April 2025 Gallup survey : they want to learn to use AI tools in appropriate ways, they’re anxious about the potential negative impact on their critical thinking skills, and they want explicit guidance from their faculty members—which they’re not consistently getting.

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Artificial Intelligence and Critical Thinking in Higher Education: Fostering a Transformative Learning Experience for Students

Faculty Focus

JULY 13, 2025

To guide this transformative learning process, critical thinking will become an invaluable commodity. The critical thinking model developed by Dr. Richard Paul and Dr. Linda Elder is pragmatic and fosters the critical thinking skills needed to navigate AI.

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Helping Students Develop AI Prompting Skills for Critical Thinking

Faculty Focus

JUNE 26, 2025

AI prompting encourages critical thinking by fostering problem-solving, analysis, and synthesis while promoting ethical reasoning (Mollick and Mollick, 2023). Why AI Prompting Matters for Critical Thinking Engaging AI effectively requires intentionality.

Critical Thinking

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Artificial Intelligence and Critical Thinking in Higher Education: Fostering a Transformative Learning Experience for Students

Faculty Focus

JULY 13, 2025

To guide this transformative learning process, critical thinking will become an invaluable commodity. The critical thinking model developed by Dr. Richard Paul and Dr. Linda Elder is pragmatic and fosters the critical thinking skills needed to navigate AI.

Critical Thinking

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Helping Students Develop AI Prompting Skills for Critical Thinking

Faculty Focus

JUNE 26, 2025

AI prompting encourages critical thinking by fostering problem-solving, analysis, and synthesis while promoting ethical reasoning (Mollick and Mollick, 2023). Why AI Prompting Matters for Critical Thinking Engaging AI effectively requires intentionality.

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5 Steps to Update Assignments to Foster Critical Thinking and Authentic Learning in an AI Age

Faculty Focus

JULY 8, 2025

The three panelists shared their perspectives, borne out in an April 2025 Gallup survey : they want to learn to use AI tools in appropriate ways, they’re anxious about the potential negative impact on their critical thinking skills, and they want explicit guidance from their faculty members—which they’re not consistently getting.

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The 5 dimensions of AI literacy

eSchool News

APRIL 30, 2025

The framework prioritizes the importance of human skills, including as critical thinking, creativity, and emotional intelligence, and offers higher-ed institutions structured guidance around creating AI literacy approaches that will equip individuals with key foundational AI competencies and industry-specific applications.

Ethics

Ethics Critical Thinking Intelligence Evaluation

Personalized Learning, Global Citizenship: A Framework for the Modern Classroom

k12 Digest

JUNE 23, 2025

Only when I’m clear on the objective—whether it’s collaboration, reflection, critical thinking, or empathy—do I select the technology that best supports that goal. However, to avoid the risk of depersonalization, I believe the human teacher’s role as a mentor, guide, and ethical compass will become even more crucial—not less.

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Integrating Systems Thinking to Enhance Liberal Arts Curriculum through Learner-Centered Teaching

Faculty Focus

JUNE 22, 2025

Liberal arts education has long been valued for its broad-based approach to learning, fostering critical thinking, creativity, and a well-rounded knowledge base. For this it is essential to introduce the concepts and principles of systems thinking (Figure 1).

Art

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Coding, Creativity and the New Digital Fluency

Edsurge

JUNE 11, 2025

As AI automates many of the mechanical aspects of programming, the value of CS education is shifting, from writing perfect code to shaping systems, telling stories through logic and designing ethical, human-centered solutions. Creative coding unlocks all of these possibilities.

Ethics

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Personalized Learning, Global Citizenship: A Framework for the Modern Classroom

k12 Digest

JUNE 23, 2025

Only when I’m clear on the objective—whether it’s collaboration, reflection, critical thinking, or empathy—do I select the technology that best supports that goal. However, to avoid the risk of depersonalization, I believe the human teacher’s role as a mentor, guide, and ethical compass will become even more crucial—not less.

Interdisciplinary

Interdisciplinary Learning Feedback Culture

Integrating Systems Thinking to Enhance Liberal Arts Curriculum through Learner-Centered Teaching

Faculty Focus

JUNE 22, 2025

Liberal arts education has long been valued for its broad-based approach to learning, fostering critical thinking, creativity, and a well-rounded knowledge base. For this it is essential to introduce the concepts and principles of systems thinking (Figure 1).

Art

Art Curriculum Interdisciplinary Teaching

Beyond digital literacy: Why K-12 educators must prioritize data literacy

eSchool News

APRIL 23, 2025

In other words, theyre not just passive consumers of information, theyre critical thinkers. Whats important is creating opportunities for students to question, reason, and reflect–core components of both critical thinking and data literacy.

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Building ethical AI usage in K-12 education

eSchool News

DECEMBER 23, 2024

On the 6th Day of Edtech, our story focuses on ethical AI use. As AI evolves to become an ever-present part of education, there must be a systemic imperative for K-12 school districts to cultivate an ethically-driven mindset. Join eSchool News for the 12 Days of Edtech with 2024s most-read and most-loved stories.

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Crafting ethical AI landscapes in K-12 education

eSchool News

APRIL 2, 2024

As AI evolves to become an ever-present part of education, there must be a systemic imperative for K-12 school districts to cultivate an ethically-driven mindset. Our AI guiding principles started this process of building an ethical AI mindset, which provided pathways to critically question AI in our system.

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Students using AI: It’s not that scary and shouldn’t be banned

eSchool News

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Concerns about academic dishonesty, loss of critical thinking skills, and inappropriate content creation have sparked discussions about banning AI tools like ChatGPT, Grammarly, and others. AI replaces critical thinking Some worry that AI will lead to intellectual laziness. Rethinking AI as a tool for empowerment 1.

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What are the Examples of Digital Literacy Skills?

eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

Key points: One example of digital literacy skills includes critical thinking Learn more about digital literacy skills for students Learning is evolving–stay updated on learning in the digital age In the 21st century, students must develop digital literacy skills to thrive in a technology-dominated landscape.

Skills

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How Teachers Are Pondering the Ethics of AI

Edsurge

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

It’s also somewhat eclipsed conversations about the ethics of how these tools are implemented, according to one observer. Deploying these tools in that way assumes that quick, iterative feedback drives critical thinking — when what students really need are deep conversations that will pull them in unexpected directions, Aguilar says.

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2024: The year of generative AI

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

The traditional methods of testing and evaluation must evolve to accommodate the capabilities of AI. In this new era, educators are exploring innovative assessment methods that emphasize critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving. This hands-on approach fosters critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Metacognitive Skills

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Enhancing media literacy skills in the age of AI

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Key points: Edtech tools can be a valuable resource to build media literacy skills Teaching ethical edtech for future innovators How to help students build critical success skills For more news on media literacy, see eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub Media literacy has emerged as a critical skillset in today’s digital landscape.

Skills

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What is Digital Literacy for Students?

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. Emphasis on digital citizenship instills responsible online behavior, ethical considerations, and cybersecurity awareness.

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The Power of Claim-Evidence-Question

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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Why AI in the classroom needs its own ‘doll test’ 70 years post-Brown

eSchool News

JUNE 13, 2024

To address this challenge, we need a comprehensive evaluation–a metaphorical “doll test”–that can reveal how AI shapes students’ perceptions, attitudes, and learning outcomes, especially when used extensively and at early ages.

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A taxonomy for using AI in education

eSchool News

JULY 1, 2024

Educators and institutions are grappling with how best to integrate these tools into the learning environment while balancing innovation with ethical considerations, assessment concerns, and instructor comfort. Below is a taxonomy of generative AI for educators to consider. It could potentially cause confusion for students.

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What are the Benefits of Artificial Intelligence in the Education Sector?

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Moreover, it facilitates adaptive assessments, moving beyond traditional testing to evaluate critical thinking skills. Moreover, ethical considerations are crucial, especially regarding algorithmic biases in assessments. Mitigating potential drawbacks ensures a more equitable and ethical integration of AI in education.

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Balancing Bloom, assessment, and AI

eSchool News

MAY 27, 2024

Now, more than ever, educators need to focus on the four upper levels of Bloom’s 1956 taxonomy (with evaluation at the top) and the processing and applying levels of Costa’s levels. This includes analyzing data, evaluating scenarios, and creating new solutions, which AI cannot easily replicate.

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AI-enhanced tutoring: Bridging the achievement gap in American education

eSchool News

DECEMBER 9, 2024

While more research is needed to evaluate the scalability and efficacy of these tools, they offer a promising avenue for addressing the challenges faced by students in STEM education, especially in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Recent research has shown that generative AI tools have the potential to help bridge these gaps.

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How to redefine learning in the digital age

eSchool News

JULY 24, 2023

By incorporating ChatGPT-4 as a required part of the learning experience, institutions can unlock a new realm of innovation, critical thinking, and personalized learning. ChatGPT-4’s integration enables students to engage in nuanced discussions, evaluate complex information, and think critically.

Ethics

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How to combat misuse of AI in student writing

eSchool News

JUNE 28, 2024

Those reasons may include: lack of writing skills, insecurity around writing skills, struggles with time management, confusion about the topic, missing grammar and organizational skills, having no motivation or interest, missing real-world relevance, poor work ethic, lack of access to resources, and home/personal life stress. MagicSchool.AI

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How digital tools and AI can enhance social studies

eSchool News

APRIL 23, 2024

Additionally, educators can use AI-driven assessment tools to evaluate students’ historical thinking skills, such as sourcing, contextualization, and corroboration. However, despite the potential benefits of AI in social studies education, educators may encounter challenges related to digital literacy and ethical considerations.

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Social-Emotional Learning Part III: Responsible Decision Making

Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 17, 2022

Responsible decision-making is the ability to assess a situation, understand the benefits and consequences of different responses, consider what is ethical and safe, and make kind and productive choices. Think about and evaluate the consequences of a particular choice or decision. Exhibit curiosity about situations and people.

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Teaching Fellows Guide Educators in Integrating AI for Enhanced Student Engagement

Edsurge

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

AI's ability to provide instantaneous, tailored feedback can revolutionize how educators evaluate and enhance academic performance. However, as the educational community navigates these innovations, it becomes essential to address ethical considerations to ensure the responsible and effective integration of AI.

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Revolutionizing storytelling with AI: Empowering ELLs

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

This fosters critical thinking and collaboration as students craft branching storylines and engage in problem-solving to connect various plot points. The result was an immersive storytelling experience that combined creativity with critical thinking. Encouraging critical thinking is also crucial.

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Is there enough diversity in your social media?

eSchool News

OCTOBER 18, 2015

Locate, organize, analyze, evaluate, synthesize, and ethically use information from a variety of sources and media. These are standards that encourage awareness, diverse perspectives, critical thinking, and problem solving. Identify and define authentic problems and significant questions for investigation.

Knowledge

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AI and Writing Essays: Pros and Cons, How Will Students Learn to Write if an AI Writes It for Them?

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.

Essay

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Digital Literacy Skills for Students

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. What are the 3 main skills of digital literacy?

Skills

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The Power of Connect, Extend, Challenge

Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 15, 2023

This routine fosters critical thinking and enhances the meaningful integration of new learning into an individual’s cognitive framework. Challenge: Ask students to critically evaluate any ambiguities or contradictions in the text.

Metacognitive Skills

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Unlocking the Power of Personalized Learning With Trustworthy AI and Advanced Analytics

Edsurge

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Perhaps more importantly, it's also about creating an effective, ethical and equitable educational experience for every learner. And importantly, it also incorporates ethical considerations, ensuring that the technology used is transparent and data privacy is maintained. It's about making education more equitable and ethical.

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Learning in the Digital Age

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.

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What are the 7 Essential Digital Literacy Skills?

eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

Information literacy: Critical for evaluating, analyzing, and responsibly using digital information, ensuring individuals can discern reliable sources from misinformation. Critical thinking: The capacity to evaluate digital content critically, discerning biases, questioning assumptions, and making informed decisions.

Skills

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Big Deals: Edtech Industry News from Google, ETS, Raspberry Pi Foundation, and More

eSchool News

APRIL 29, 2024

This potential hinges on the responsible and ethical use of AI, taught through a framework that addresses critical concerns such as bias, misinformation, and the preparation of students for a world transformed by AI. This partnership will enable teachers across Canada to offer ethical, quality AI training to their students.

Intelligence

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What are the 5 Types of Digital Literacy?

eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

From basic computer proficiency to critical thinking in evaluating online information, there are diverse types of digital literacy. Information literacy: This type involves the ability to locate, evaluate, and use digital information critically. What are the 5 essential digital skills?

Ethics

Ethics Communication Critical Thinking Evaluation

What is the Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Students?

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Virtual tutors powered by AI offer immediate support, promoting independent learning and critical thinking. Challenges include ensuring equitable access and addressing ethical considerations. AI-driven virtual tutors offer immediate support, fostering independent learning and critical thinking.

Intelligence

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The Impact of Technology on Education

eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

They develop digital literacy, critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration skills that are increasingly crucial in today’s workforce. Digital quizzes, online assignments, and real-time feedback mechanisms offer a more dynamic and varied approach to evaluating students’ understanding and progress.

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5 Steps to Update Assignments to Foster Critical Thinking and Authentic Learning in an AI Age

Artificial Intelligence and Critical Thinking in Higher Education: Fostering a Transformative Learning Experience for Students

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Helping Students Develop AI Prompting Skills for Critical Thinking

Artificial Intelligence and Critical Thinking in Higher Education: Fostering a Transformative Learning Experience for Students

Helping Students Develop AI Prompting Skills for Critical Thinking

5 Steps to Update Assignments to Foster Critical Thinking and Authentic Learning in an AI Age

The 5 dimensions of AI literacy

Personalized Learning, Global Citizenship: A Framework for the Modern Classroom

Integrating Systems Thinking to Enhance Liberal Arts Curriculum through Learner-Centered Teaching

Coding, Creativity and the New Digital Fluency

Personalized Learning, Global Citizenship: A Framework for the Modern Classroom

Integrating Systems Thinking to Enhance Liberal Arts Curriculum through Learner-Centered Teaching

Beyond digital literacy: Why K-12 educators must prioritize data literacy

Building ethical AI usage in K-12 education

Crafting ethical AI landscapes in K-12 education

Students using AI: It’s not that scary and shouldn’t be banned

What are the Examples of Digital Literacy Skills?

How Teachers Are Pondering the Ethics of AI

2024: The year of generative AI

Enhancing media literacy skills in the age of AI

What is Digital Literacy for Students?

The Power of Claim-Evidence-Question

Why AI in the classroom needs its own ‘doll test’ 70 years post-Brown

A taxonomy for using AI in education

What are the Benefits of Artificial Intelligence in the Education Sector?

Balancing Bloom, assessment, and AI

AI-enhanced tutoring: Bridging the achievement gap in American education

How to redefine learning in the digital age

How to combat misuse of AI in student writing

How digital tools and AI can enhance social studies

Social-Emotional Learning Part III: Responsible Decision Making

Teaching Fellows Guide Educators in Integrating AI for Enhanced Student Engagement

Revolutionizing storytelling with AI: Empowering ELLs

Is there enough diversity in your social media?

AI and Writing Essays: Pros and Cons, How Will Students Learn to Write if an AI Writes It for Them?

Digital Literacy Skills for Students

The Power of Connect, Extend, Challenge

Unlocking the Power of Personalized Learning With Trustworthy AI and Advanced Analytics

Learning in the Digital Age

What are the 7 Essential Digital Literacy Skills?

Big Deals: Edtech Industry News from Google, ETS, Raspberry Pi Foundation, and More

What are the 5 Types of Digital Literacy?

What is the Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Students?

The Impact of Technology on Education

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