Critical Thinking in the Elementary Classroom: Engaging Young Minds with Meaning

Description: Critical Thinking in the Elementary Classroom by Erin Shadowens Estimated delivery 3-12 business days Format Paperback Condition Brand New Description Teaching critical thinking skills in the elementary grades is often an afterthought - if its a thought at all. Erin Shadowens proposes that students of all ages benefit when teachers expand the definition of what is possible by engaging young learners with real challenges and supportive, accessible learning environments. Publisher Description Even young students can develop vital critical thinking skills when they have access to rich content, meaningful opportunities to practice, and guided instruction.Critical thinking-evaluating and analyzing data to make informed judgments-is essential in both the classroom and everyday life. Teaching critical thinking skills in the elementary grades is often an afterthought-if its a thought at all.Veteran primary teacher and instructional leader Erin Shadowens proposes that students of all ages benefit when teachers expand the definition of what is possible by engaging young learners with real challenges and supportive, accessible learning environments.In Critical Thinking in the Elementary Classroom, Shadowens Explores the concept of critical thinking, clarifies misunderstandings, and delves into relevant research. Introduces the Critical Thinking Framework to help nurture deep thinking in the context of content-focused lessons. Presents case studies of the framework in action. Shows how to apply the framework at the unit and lesson levels, addressing common instructional pitfalls along the way. Describes how a "virtuous cycle" of assessment and feedback promotes academic achievement and critical thinking. Illustrates how to foster an intellectual community with young learners.Ultimately, this book guides elementary teachers in supporting students to think deeply about rich content, make insightful connections, and address issues in broader, more meaningful ways, both in and outside of school. Author Biography Erin Shadowens believes in the power of school communities to provide children with rich and robust educational experiences. She spent 10 years teaching every grade from K–3, discovering in that time that every child, no matter how young, is capable of taking on academic challenges. Her classroom work was recognized with the 2020 Excellence in Teaching Award from Learning for Justice (formerly Teaching Tolerance). After 10 years in the classroom, Erin moved into a school leadership role. She now serves as the Director of Lower School at Brooklyn Prospect Downtown Elementary. Details ISBN 1416632433 ISBN-13 9781416632436 Title Critical Thinking in the Elementary Classroom Author Erin Shadowens Format Paperback Year 2023 Pages 168 Publisher Association for Supervision & Curriculum Development GE_Item_ID:151844601; About Us Grand Eagle Retail is the ideal place for all your shopping needs! With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and over 1,000,000 in stock items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! Shipping & Delivery Times Shipping is FREE to any address in USA. Please view eBay estimated delivery times at the top of the listing. Deliveries are made by either USPS or Courier. We are unable to deliver faster than stated. International deliveries will take 1-6 weeks. NOTE: We are unable to offer combined shipping for multiple items purchased. This is because our items are shipped from different locations. Returns If you wish to return an item, please consult our Returns Policy as below: Please contact Customer Services and request "Return Authorisation" before you send your item back to us. Unauthorised returns will not be accepted. Returns must be postmarked within 4 business days of authorisation and must be in resellable condition. Returns are shipped at the customer's risk. We cannot take responsibility for items which are lost or damaged in transit. For purchases where a shipping charge was paid, there will be no refund of the original shipping charge. Additional Questions If you have any questions please feel free to Contact Us. Categories Baby Books Electronics Fashion Games Health & Beauty Home, Garden & Pets Movies Music Sports & Outdoors Toys

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