David,
this is a good point. We must be incorporating these skills into our classes.
Ryan Meers, Ph.D.
We often emphasize the need to be critical thinkers, but rarely take time to discuss the characteristics of what is considered effective critical thinking components.
A quick exercise is to ask WHY??? 5 times to get deeper into thought and consideration and actual situation.
Nadine,
yes, we really need to push for the critical thinking aspects in our students. This is an important skill that is not always developed.
Ryan Meers, Ph.D.
I strongly believe in the deeper level of comprehension that critical thinking develops. It is always the focus and goal of the homework I give, that I will then attach to a discussion the following day. I find it to be very effective.
I think this is a great method to assess the students' understanding of the course material. If they can relay it back in substantive form, they have grasped the content.
Ronald,
this is a great assessment to incorporate into the course so they are really being challenged.
Ryan Meers, Ph.D.
Ronald,
this is a great assessment to incorporate into the course so they are really being challenged.
Ryan Meers, Ph.D.
