eSchool News

JANUARY 16, 2025

For example, one of our PBLWorks project-based learning experiences involves having students answer the driving question How do we inspire people to move to this region? A key aspect of this transformation will be an increased use of digital tools and platforms such as Kognity in the science classroom.

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Teaching Education Learning Interdisciplinary 281

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 88

Faculty Focus

APRIL 22, 2025

The key question is: how can we transform AI from a potential source of plagiarism into a valuable educational resource? In this context, AI serves as a companion that guides students in their tasks, enhancing their critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Lets confront the reality: students are using AI.

Ethics 89

Ethics Plagiarism Education Intelligence 89

Faculty Focus

JUNE 11, 2023

Choose an interdisciplinary topic for broader appeal Freshmen often have not yet decided what their major would be, nor should they! Students consistently asked hard, and oftentimes, unanswerable questions: Are teachers going to risk their jobs to teach a well-rounded curriculum? Will half the country be miseducated? What can we do?

Critical Thinking 83

Critical Thinking Interdisciplinary History Syllabus 83

Edsurge

JANUARY 11, 2019

Very few of them had any interest in interdisciplinary programs,” is how he remembers it. When I would suggest adding subjects like critical thinking, philosophy, history of science, communication, visual design, or anthropology, they would stop talking to me — Mark Madsen (@markmadsen) December 26, 2018.

Ethics 163

Ethics Science Interdisciplinary Research Methods 163

eSchool News

JULY 2, 2024

The sets model conceptualization, a skill that includes distinguishing between primary and secondary sources and using primary sources to generate and refine research questions. These collections of resources provide instructors ready-made materials for discussion or a reference point for students to use in expanding their research questions.

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Interdisciplinary Instructors Study Critical Thinking 154

eSchool News

AUGUST 27, 2024

After the major shifts of the Covid era, the question still remains: What’s next? Some of these tasks might include replying to parent emails without emotional interference, creating differentiated assignments with ease and expertise, and creating interactive lesson components and higher order questions that probe thinking patterns.

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Schools Coaching STEM Evaluation 338

Edsurge

AUGUST 11, 2016

In the life of our schools, we have seen the powerful way that our students through project-based learning have embraced deeper learning outcomes, and exhibited the habits of effective critical thinking, collaboration, and personal character. So for Two Rivers, it looks something like this… 1.

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History Critical Thinking Learning Interdisciplinary 138

Edsurge

OCTOBER 19, 2020

That is the most common question I hear all the time,” says Herrera, who is a speech and debate coach and co-teaches AP Seminar at Henry Grady High School. The complexities of the Diaspora are an excellent fit with AP Seminar’s interdisciplinary research focus. Why am I just learning about this?’

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Interdisciplinary Art History Culture 189

Edsurge

JULY 30, 2018

From traditional activities to authentic work: Moving from isolated academic work environments to providing students opportunities to engage with and contribute to relevant local, national, and international interdisciplinary communities. These include: Deeper learning.

Learning 164

Learning Syllabus Interdisciplinary Blended Learning 164

eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

Each lesson begins by posing a question commonly asked by young students. Students then explore these questions through interactive videos featuring real-world visuals fostering a sense of wonder and actively supporting student engagement in the accompanying discussion prompts. Doodle Math. STEM Connect.

Science 130

Science STEM Interdisciplinary Art 130

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

The key question is: how can we transform AI from a potential source of plagiarism into a valuable educational resource? In this context, AI serves as a companion that guides students in their tasks, enhancing their critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Lets confront the reality: students are using AI.

Ethics 112

Ethics Plagiarism Education Intelligence 112

eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Holzweiss said she avoids outdated book report questions and formats. 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. All students deserve access to a school library. Margaret K.

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Schools Language Languages Reading 246

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. She took questions on how not to feel lost in the dark The professor explains the next assignment for the course. Who am I gonna be without this?

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Students Art Essay Interdisciplinary 178

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JULY 14, 2023

Understanding Citizen Science Citizen science or community science entails the collaboration between scientists and public volunteers in carrying out key tasks such as experiments, data collection, and answering real-world questions. This led to the creation of a funding-based scientific approach that we witness today.

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Science Participation Laboratory Interdisciplinary 144

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

These new resources will drive the development of students’ critical thinking skills and create opportunities for the study of scientific mysteries and the development of design solutions. Discovery Education is the worldwide edtech leader whose state-of-the-art digital platform supports learning wherever it takes place. STEM Connect.

Science 130

Science Grades STEM Middle School 130

Faculty Focus

AUGUST 6, 2023

Pedagogy that encourages the adoption of the biography of an idea is student-centered; contextual; participatory; interdisciplinary; inclusive, dialectical, and visual. Structuring the assignment in this manner fosters a truly interdisciplinary timeline of the biography of an idea. What questions does the timeline raise for you?

Interdisciplinary 98

Interdisciplinary Assignments Culture Beliefs 98

Faculty Focus

AUGUST 6, 2023

Pedagogy that encourages the adoption of the biography of an idea is student-centered; contextual; participatory; interdisciplinary; inclusive, dialectical, and visual. Structuring the assignment in this manner fosters a truly interdisciplinary timeline of the biography of an idea. What questions does the timeline raise for you?

Interdisciplinary 98

Interdisciplinary Assignments Culture Beliefs 98

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. When is it okay to break up with a friend?

High School 52

High School High School Writing Essay 52

Faculty Focus

MARCH 4, 2025

Students in smaller classes often feel more comfortable asking questions and engaging in discussions, fostering a collaborative learning environment. Occasionally, we paused the lecture to pose a thought-provoking question, encouraging students to discuss it with a partner before sharing their insights with the class. Miner, Ed.).

Teaching 88

Teaching Lecturing Gamification Interdisciplinary 88

Faculty Focus

JANUARY 28, 2025

Classrooms using effective teaching methods that create engaging activities and promote active learning and critical thinking are more likely to result in deeper learning (Fink, 2013). Allowing students to share epiphanies they had encourages them to share and can sometimes lead to interdisciplinary connectivity.

Activities 111

Activities Interdisciplinary Active Learning Participation 111

Faculty Focus

MARCH 4, 2025

Students in smaller classes often feel more comfortable asking questions and engaging in discussions, fostering a collaborative learning environment. Occasionally, we paused the lecture to pose a thought-provoking question, encouraging students to discuss it with a partner before sharing their insights with the class. Miner, Ed.).

Teaching 85

Teaching Lecturing Gamification Interdisciplinary 85

Faculty Focus

JANUARY 28, 2025

Classrooms using effective teaching methods that create engaging activities and promote active learning and critical thinking are more likely to result in deeper learning (Fink, 2013). Allowing students to share epiphanies they had encourages them to share and can sometimes lead to interdisciplinary connectivity.

Activities 98

Activities Interdisciplinary Active Learning Participation 98

Cult of Pedagogy

APRIL 13, 2025

I’ve always been a fan of this strategy, but during that session, someone asked a question that I couldn’t answer: How do we grade these fairly? That question sent me down a rabbit hole. And despite not getting that original question answered, the search did lead me to something called competency-based learning.

Learning 74

Learning Knowledge Grades Feedback 74

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

Faculty Focus

MARCH 6, 2025

From the moment ChatGPT hit the scene, articles proclaimed the death of the college essay , and students have begun questioning the need to develop skills in writing. For many educators, this disruption raises questions about the role of writing in their disciplines. What gives us reason for hope comes down to how we define writing.

Writing 122

Writing Reading Assignments Disciplinary Thinking 122

Faculty Focus

MAY 9, 2023

Critical thinking and information and media literacy belong everywhere. Key questions to guide student learning include: How do we know what we know? Infusing a critical thinking lens into curricula writ large helps students make informed decisions, promoting a well-functioning democracy. Who provided it?

Curriculum 145

Curriculum Multidisciplinary Learning Outcomes Critical Thinking 145

Faculty Focus

MARCH 25, 2025

When we can show students that the extraordinary has a place in their online academic journey, educators can ignite a sense of awe, thus leading to elevated learning, collaboration, critical thinking, and ideas exchange.

Interdisciplinary 95

Interdisciplinary Education Instructors Communication 95

Faculty Focus

MARCH 25, 2025

When we can show students that the extraordinary has a place in their online academic journey, educators can ignite a sense of awe, thus leading to elevated learning, collaboration, critical thinking, and ideas exchange.

Interdisciplinary 95

Interdisciplinary Education Instructors Communication 95

Faculty Focus

MARCH 6, 2025

From the moment ChatGPT hit the scene, articles proclaimed the death of the college essay , and students have begun questioning the need to develop skills in writing. For many educators, this disruption raises questions about the role of writing in their disciplines. What gives us reason for hope comes down to how we define writing.

Writing 105

Writing Reading Assignments Disciplinary Thinking 105

Faculty Focus

MAY 9, 2023

Critical thinking and information and media literacy belong everywhere. Key questions to guide student learning include: How do we know what we know? Infusing a critical thinking lens into curricula writ large helps students make informed decisions, promoting a well-functioning democracy. Who provided it?

Curriculum 98

Curriculum Multidisciplinary Learning Outcomes Critical Thinking 98