| Creating Active Thinkers: 9 Strategies for a Thoughtful Classroom Contributor(s): Udall, Anne J. (Author), Daniels, Joan E. (Author) |
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ISBN: 1569761485 ISBN-13: 9781569761489 Publisher: Corwin Publishers OUR PRICE: $37.95 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: December 2001 Annotation: Offering much more than the usual collection of lesson plans, this resource provides teachers with the tools to transform their students into complex thinkers equipped to meet the challenges of the future. The nine strategies provided are not simple add-ons to the basic curriculum; rather, they are designed to be integrated into existing content-based lessons. Teachers are encouraged to use strategies such as asking open-ended questions while avoiding their own opinions and value judgments to create a classroom where thinking is valued and thoughtful conversation occurs regularly. Each strategy is developed with helpful scenarios of thoughtful classrooms, discussion of possible problems, and suggestions for implementation. Strategies, recommendations, student thinking behaviors, and notes are summarized in chart form for easy reference. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Education | Teaching Methods & Materials - General |
| Dewey: 153.4 |
| Physical Information: 0.39" H x 8.1" W x 11.32" (0.84 lbs) 176 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Formerly published by Zephyr Press Covers nine strategies for developing students′ critical thinking skills and provides sample scenarios, discussions of possible problems to avoid, and suggestions for implementation. |
Contributor Bio(s): Udall, Anne J.: - Anne J. Udall is the executive director of the Lee Institute, an organization that aims to build collaborative leadership, and has worked as a teacher and assistant superintendent.Daniels, Joan E.: - Joan E. Daniels has taught in desegregated magnet schools, playing an integral part in developing challenging programs for a culturally diverse student body. |