promoting critical thinking through authentic learning activities
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The ability to solve problems and think critically is more important than ever, making critical thinking a crucial skill for 21st century students. This presentation covers strategies and best practices for teaching this transferable skill in a way that mimics real-world learning environments. The presenter explores innovative uses of social media and instructional technologies as a vehicle for designing authentic activities that encourage critical thinking in the classroom and beyond. Presented for the EasyBib Professional Development Series.TRANSCRIPT
PROMOTING CRITICAL THINKING THROUGH AUTHENTIC LEARNING ACTIVITIES
Melissa Mallon | Coordinator of Instruction, Wichita State University Libraries | @librarianliss | [email protected]
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AGENDA
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Importance of critical thinking in the classroom !
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Tips for assignment design !
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Practical projects
So Why Bother?
Transferable skills
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Source: Head (2012)
Academic & professional success
TIPS FOR PROJECT DESIGN
Collaboration is key
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Scaffold assignments
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Encourage communication
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Keep it authentic
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Critical Thinking Projects
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STUDY PROPOSALS
IMPLEMENT A NEW POLICY
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PEER REVIEWED PROJECTS
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ARGUMENT MAPPING
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POSTER SESSIONS
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THOUGHTFUL QUESTIONING
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HASHTAG ACTIVISM
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TEAM BASED PROBLEM SOLVING
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MORE TOOLS . . .
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BOTTOM LINE . . .
CREATIVITY IS KEY
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Melissa Mallon | Coordinator of Instruction, Wichita State University Libraries | @librarianliss | [email protected]