eSchool News

JANUARY 16, 2025

In a time when we are expecting students to graduate with authentic learning experiences and real-world skills in addition to academic knowledge, vibrant learning projects like this will become much more popular and widespread. Students are engaged and invested in a project that has local benefits!

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Teaching Education Learning Interdisciplinary 278

eSchool News

JULY 28, 2021

Each CoderZ course develops interdisciplinary skills like problem-solving, collaboration, and grit as well as core knowledge in physics, geometry, literacy, and algebra. Grounded in math, physics, and engineering, CoderZ trains students grades four and up in computational thinking and technical ability.

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Interdisciplinary Peer Review Science STEM 246

Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Critical Thinking Development in Middle School Education Fostеring critical thinking skills in middlе school еducation is paramount to equipping studеnts with thе intеllеctual tools necessary for succеss. Sеvеral kеy componеnts constitutе critical thinking.

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Critical Thinking Middle School Middle School Education 89

eSchool News

MAY 12, 2021

members, can implement our well-structured and inclusive curriculum with the knowledge that the program meets and exceeds the requirements to become an integral component of a school’s STEM implementation.”. Many of the activities require student collaboration which is a critical skill for college and workforce readiness.

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Interdisciplinary STEM Math Science 246

Faculty Focus

APRIL 22, 2025

In this context, AI serves as a companion that guides students in their tasks, enhancing their critical thinking and problem-solving skills. One student posited that AI could extend and enrich student learning by assisting in generating ideas, discussion points, and encouraging critical thinking.

Ethics 91

Ethics Plagiarism Intelligence Education 91

Edsurge

MAY 15, 2024

STEM education is not just about science and math; it develops skills such as creativity, communication, empathy and critical thinking that complement technologies like generative AI and coding. As the demand for digital skills grows, schools must develop inclusive programs to engage diverse learners.

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STEM Interdisciplinary Education Science 204

eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

As we examine the significance of digital literacy skills, we’ll focus on highlighting their role in empowering students to navigate the complexities of the information age, fostering critical thinking, and preparing them for the challenges of an increasingly interconnected and technologically-driven world.

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Skills Critical Thinking Ethics Evaluation 130

eSchool News

JULY 2, 2024

A diverse, hybrid database containing academic journals and award-winning biographical and contextual materials, LRC supports interdisciplinary approaches to the development of critical thinking skills and information literacy. Gale has 500 employees globally with its main operations in Farmington Hills, Michigan.

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Interdisciplinary Instructors Study Critical Thinking 152

eSchool News

AUGUST 27, 2024

The COVID effect has impacted students’ communication, critical thinking, and motivation. This new age of teaching and learning will be more integrated into the day-to-day, more interdisciplinary, and more based on the lived experience of the teacher and student.

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Schools Coaching STEM Evaluation 337

k12 Digest

MARCH 4, 2025

Curriculum standards have evolved to meet the needs of todays students by incorporating skills essential for the modern workforce, such as critical thinking, problem-solving, and digital literacy. To prepare students for an AI-driven world, educators should focus on teaching adaptability, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.

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Technology Teaching Methods Critical Thinking Learning Styles 130

Dangerously Irrelevant

JUNE 27, 2018

See how often students in your classroom spend time on lower-level thinking tasks (factual recall and procedural regurgitation) and instead create more opportunities for students to engage in tasks of greater cognitive complexity (creativity, critical thinking, problem-solving, effective communication and collaboration, intercultural fluency, etc.).

Interdisciplinary 110

Interdisciplinary Teachers Textbooks Critical Thinking 110

Edsurge

OCTOBER 19, 2020

The African diaspora is not taught as a standalone Advanced Placement course, but rather as a theme in AP Seminar through which students learn about real-world issues while developing skills such as critical thinking, collaboration, research and presentation. By the end of the year, “they can view the world differently.

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Interdisciplinary Art History Culture 178

eSchool News

APRIL 25, 2024

Their teaching philosophy revolves around fostering communication, collaboration, critical thinking, and creativity, while elevating student choice and voice in the classroom.

Education 130

Education Interdisciplinary Middle School Middle School 130

Edsurge

AUGUST 11, 2016

It just means that many of us struggle to operate simultaneously inside and outside of a system that was only built to test content-knowledge in a very standardized way. But the fact that there is little data should not be a proof-point that these models don’t work.

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History Critical Thinking Learning Interdisciplinary 131

eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Libraries support students’ literacy and lifelong learning, help develop their empathy, build their critical thinking skills, and empower them with skills to navigate their world. 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 Languages Language Reading 246

Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 14, 2023

Citizen scientists come from all walks of life and have made invaluable contributions to scientific knowledge and understanding. Citizen science allows the common public to participate in important scientific studies, partnering with scientists and helping them with work crucial to the enhancement of human knowledge.

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Science Participation Laboratory Interdisciplinary 144

Edsurge

DECEMBER 11, 2018

Everything is interdisciplinary,” explained Stephanie Passman, the lead teacher, during EdSurge’s recent visit to the school. An essential component of that is providing learning experiences that are designed to teach students the skills most schools say they care about, like problem solving and critical thinking.

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Testing Schools Interdisciplinary Middle School 167

Faculty Focus

APRIL 22, 2025

In this context, AI serves as a companion that guides students in their tasks, enhancing their critical thinking and problem-solving skills. One student posited that AI could extend and enrich student learning by assisting in generating ideas, discussion points, and encouraging critical thinking.

Ethics 114

Ethics Plagiarism Intelligence Education 114

Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 8, 2024

Traditional high schools often prioritize rote learning and standardized testing, which can limit your ability to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills. It’s uniquely designed to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical skills.

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High School High School Learning Styles Schools 155

eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

An interdisciplinary K-8 resource that blends dynamic digital content with ready-to-use lessons and hands-on activities, STEM Connect enhances core curriculum and cultivates valuable design thinking skills that prepare students for the future. STEM Connect.

Science 130

Science STEM Interdisciplinary Art 130

eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

It promotes hands-on, collaborative projects that encourage critical thinking, problem-solving, and real-world application of knowledge, preparing students for future challenges. These studios provide a dynamic space for collaboration, problem-solving, and applying knowledge to real-world scenarios.

Education 130

Education Gamification Blended Learning Hybrid Learning 130

Faculty Focus

MARCH 4, 2025

Specifically, combining the strategies, in our medical surgical nursing care course, we utilized clinical scenarios to allow students to explore the complexities of pathophysiology, treatment plans, and nursing interventions, turning theoretical concepts into practical knowledge. Miner, Ed.). References Beatty, B. EdTech Books.

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Teaching Lecturing Gamification Interdisciplinary 91

Faculty Focus

MARCH 4, 2025

Specifically, combining the strategies, in our medical surgical nursing care course, we utilized clinical scenarios to allow students to explore the complexities of pathophysiology, treatment plans, and nursing interventions, turning theoretical concepts into practical knowledge. Miner, Ed.). References Beatty, B. EdTech Books.

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Teaching Lecturing Gamification Interdisciplinary 87

Edsurge

JULY 7, 2022

It teaches the basics of critical thinking, research and academic writing. They’re all adults enrolled in the university’s online Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies program. Todd explains how students can start to add their threads to this web of knowledge. The course is called Transformations.

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Students Art Essay Interdisciplinary 168

Teachers Pay Teachers

JUNE 2, 2025

Psychology “Do Now” Writing Prompts & Slides By Loosli Learning Grades: 9th-12th Subjects: Psychology Ideal for psychology classes or any subject focused on critical thinking, these do now writing prompts are an intriguing way to start the day. Explain how fashion has changed in the last 100 years.

High School 52

High School High School Writing Essay 52

Teaching with a Mountain View

APRIL 25, 2025

Academic teams and competitions build critical thinking skills, spark creativity, and nurture a deeper interest in education. Students also gain the chance to collaborate with their peers, think on their feet, and connect with the larger educational community outside of their school.

Critical Thinking 52

Critical Thinking Essay Participation Math 52

Cult of Pedagogy

APRIL 13, 2025

My goal here is to inspire all teachers regardless of your setting to think about how this kind of teaching might be possible in your classroom. These are assessed with rubrics used in every class, rubrics that focus on durable, transferable skills like collaboration, effective communication, and critical thinking.

Learning 74

Learning Knowledge Grades Feedback 74

k12 Online Schools

APRIL 23, 2025

These schools are characterized by their commitment to interdisciplinary learning, collaborative projects with international partners, and the integration of technology to facilitate communication and learning across borders. Global Trends in Education The shift towards global learning is reflected in broader educational trends.

Critical Thinking 52

Critical Thinking Interdisciplinary Culture Participation 52

Faculty Focus

MARCH 6, 2025

the knowledge economy), and forms of knowledge (e.g., The true value of writing lies in the thinking it generates (pun intended)prioritizing new information, triangulating it with other sources of information to uncover new insights, and analogizing the information to make sense of it from different perspectives. literature).

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Writing Reading Assignments Disciplinary Thinking 122

Faculty Focus

MARCH 6, 2025

the knowledge economy), and forms of knowledge (e.g., The true value of writing lies in the thinking it generates (pun intended)prioritizing new information, triangulating it with other sources of information to uncover new insights, and analogizing the information to make sense of it from different perspectives. literature).

Writing 105

Writing Reading Assignments Disciplinary Thinking 105

Faculty Focus

MAY 9, 2023

That shortfall resulted in low levels of student knowledge of and participation in democracy, as evidenced by alarmingly low voting rates and other civic indicators. Critical thinking and information and media literacy belong everywhere. The tide seems to be turning. Who provided it? How do we know we can trust it?

Curriculum 145

Curriculum Multidisciplinary Learning Outcomes Critical Thinking 145

Faculty Focus

MAY 9, 2023

That shortfall resulted in low levels of student knowledge of and participation in democracy, as evidenced by alarmingly low voting rates and other civic indicators. Critical thinking and information and media literacy belong everywhere. The tide seems to be turning. Who provided it? How do we know we can trust it?

Curriculum 98

Curriculum Multidisciplinary Learning Outcomes Critical Thinking 98

Faculty Focus

MARCH 11, 2025

These strategies will help students build confidence to apply biological knowledge in their careers. These include group discussions, hands-on experiments, problem-solving activities, and creative assessments that encourage critical thinking and peer collaboration.

Interdisciplinary 64

Interdisciplinary Instructors Students Motivation 64

Faculty Focus

MARCH 11, 2025

These strategies will help students build confidence to apply biological knowledge in their careers. These include group discussions, hands-on experiments, problem-solving activities, and creative assessments that encourage critical thinking and peer collaboration.

Interdisciplinary 62

Interdisciplinary Instructors Students Motivation 62