eSchool News

DECEMBER 19, 2024

This understanding has deepened through my collaboration with Kathy Renfrew, whose journey from a self-proclaimed science-phobic classroom teacher to renowned STEM educator and leader illustrates the transformation that happens when educators break down traditional subject-area barriers and create truly interdisciplinary units.

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eSchool News

MARCH 21, 2025

For instance, when discussing natural resources in geography, I pose a thought-provoking question: What is something you cannot live without? Creating a foundation to build upon Engaging in academic discussions and navigating through academic content is essential for fostering a critical thinking mentality among students.

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Interdisciplinary Critical Thinking Peer Review Discussions 235

eSchool News

JUNE 26, 2024

STEM is incredibly important, specifically for skills like critical thinking and problem solving,” said Dr. Erika Neuman, CEO of iSTEMmentors and a lecturer at the University of Texas at San Antonio, during an ISTELive 24 session. Ask a question 2. Design, such as putting a pencil to paper or using a program 4.

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STEM Interdisciplinary Critical Thinking Lecturing 305

eSchool News

DECEMBER 2, 2024

This process reinforces scientific inquiry and builds critical thinking skills as students see, touch, and analyze real results from their experiments. Teachers can foster curiosity by setting up an “I Wonder” board where students post questions or topics they’d like to explore.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 10, 2018

Their story, told in verse, features colorful illustrations and fun experiences which demonstrate problem solving, critical thinking, interdisciplinary learning, and more. This book was created around one simple question: how can we build more interest in coding,” explains Ray Ackerlund, Skyward’s chief marketing officer. “We

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Interdisciplinary Critical Thinking Students Questions 241

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 5, 2018

In January, Discovery Education debuted STEM Connect , a web-based supplemental K-8 resource, developed with the input of educators and curriculum experts, which helps educators create engaging STEM lessons that strengthen students’ critical-thinking skills. Next page: Four important questions about STEM Connect).

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STEM Interdisciplinary Critical Thinking Teachers 201

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

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 273

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?

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Critical Thinking Interdisciplinary Syllabus History 87

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.

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Ethics Science Interdisciplinary Research Methods 162

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 333

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

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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Instructors Interdisciplinary Study Critical Thinking 148

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.

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Learning Syllabus Interdisciplinary Blended Learning 163

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.

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Ethics Plagiarism Education Intelligence 115

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.

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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

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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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

Ask a Tech Teacher

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.

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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?

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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?

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Interdisciplinary Assignments Culture Beliefs 98

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.).

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Teaching Lecturing Gamification Interdisciplinary 92

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.).

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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.

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Activities Interdisciplinary Active Learning Participation 111

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.

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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.

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Learning Knowledge Grades Questions 77

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.

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Critical Thinking Participation Essay 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.

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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?

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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.

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Interdisciplinary Education Instructors Communication 96

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 96

Interdisciplinary Education Instructors Communication 96

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?

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Curriculum Multidisciplinary Learning Outcomes Critical Thinking 98