Raytown students sharpen skills at Smart Start?
Blue Springs Examiner
... for sports and other activities where the use of both hands is important, and competing in chess matches, to encourage
critical thinking and logic
...Read the Full Article
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Hip-hop education in the heartland
University of Wisconsin-Madison
... where participants interact with the lesson planning process and build their own curricula that engage literacy,
critical thinking and creative writing.
...Read the Full Article
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HIgh Test Scores?
KIMT
Changes we're made to the format of the test, the school curriculum and a push was made towards more
critical thinking in the classroom.
...Read the Full Article
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Vt. teachers learn to turn trash into lesson plans?
WCAX
She says the activities will teach
critical thinking, personal finance, and problem solving skills to her students. "I think the key for students is that
...Read the Full Article
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Present Yourself with Polish?
Memphis Daily News
I believe that when we write we show off our organizational skills, our
critical thinking and our powers of persuasion, not to mention our attention to
...Read the Full Article
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Higher purpose: new universities still key to social progress as ...?
Times Higher Education
... of HE - but that they are now ready and willing to acquire the skills of
critical thinking, reading and writing that are key to University study.
...Read the Full Article
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Lack of Sleep Leads to Unethical Behavior?
BNET
The areas of your brain responsible for processing and
critical thinking lose 12 - 14
... But in today's workplace,
critical thinking and discrimination are
...Read the Full Article
{"id":3762,"title":"Lack of Sleep Leads to Unethical Behavior?","author":"","content":"<p><span id=\"__mce\" class=\"f\" style=\"color: #767676;\">BNET</span></p>\r\n<div style=\"display: inline-block;\">The areas of your brain responsible for processing and&nbsp;<em style=\"font-weight: bold; font-style: normal;\">critical thinking</em>&nbsp;lose 12 - 14&nbsp;<strong>...</strong>&nbsp;But in today's workplace,&nbsp;<em style=\"font-weight: bold; font-style: normal;\">critical thinking</em>&nbsp;and discrimination are&nbsp;<strong>...<a href=\"http://www.bnet.com/blog/business-strategy/lack-of-sleep-leads-to-unethical-behavior/1885\" target=\"_blank\">Read the Full Article</a></strong></div>\r\n<p><br style=\"clear: both;\" /></p>","public_access":"1","public_downloads":"1","sku":"","files":{},"images":{}}
Olympic athletes help charity for girls?
Calgary Herald
The not-for-profit foundation's fund supports programs for girls ages nine to 13 to build self-esteem,
critical thinking and leadership skills.
...Read the Full Article
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Innovative education partnership meets with federal officials?
Indiana State University
"It's significant in terms of becoming consumers and originators of research, developing
critical thinking and problem solving, and modeling continuous
...Read the Full Article
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MTSU experimental vehicles program wins award?
The Daily News Journal
“MTSU's EVP uses classroom knowledge and applies it to hands-on projects that foster
critical thinking, initiate creative problem-solving and create an
...Read the Full Article
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Are You Prepared for the 2020 Workplace??
The Atlantic
... to the changes and integrate curricula that puts the focus on developing
critical thinking skills, new-media literacy, and interdisciplinary training.
...Read the Full Article
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Lack of understanding often produces unfounded criticism?
Eagle News
Before judging, educate yourself, observe the organization or task in action, use
critical thinkingskills to assess the pros and cons of the operation,
...Read the Full Article
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Intel Foundation Funding Brings STEM Infused Gateway Academy to ...?
Chem.Info
Through an engaging, hands-on curriculum, PLTW encourages the development of problem-solving skills,
critical thinking, creative and innovative reasoning,
...Read the Full Article
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Standardized Testing Pros and Cons: Latest Research Analyzed on ...?
Sacramento Bee
... with in-depth nonpartisan information on important and controversial social issues in order to stimulate
critical thinking and educate without bias.
...Read the Full Article
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PHCC campaign nears goal
Martinsville Bulletin
For instance, she added, they say they have seen young adults enter the work force lacking problem-solving and
critical thinking skills and even the ability
...Read the Full Article
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Education debate has taken many wrong turns?
MyCentralJersey.com
We need to focus on measuring the skills our children will need for the 21st century —
critical thinking, reading comprehension and writing, and the ability
...Read the Full Article
{"id":3771,"title":"Education debate has taken many wrong turns?","author":"","content":"<p><span id=\"__mce\" class=\"f\" style=\"color: #767676;\">MyCentralJersey.com</span>&nbsp;</p>\r\n<div style=\"display: inline-block;\">We need to focus on measuring the skills our children will need for the 21st century &mdash;&nbsp;<em style=\"font-weight: bold; font-style: normal;\">critical thinking</em>, reading comprehension and writing, and the ability&nbsp;<strong>...<a href=\"http://www.mycentraljersey.com/article/20110621/NJOPINION0201/306210004/Education-debate-has-taken-many-wrong-turns\" target=\"_blank\">Read the Full Article</a></strong></div>\r\n<p><br style=\"clear: both;\" /></p>","public_access":"1","public_downloads":"1","sku":"","files":{},"images":{}}
A few things to think about before you ditch your day job:?
CBC
So, if art creates not just intangible benefits (cultural identity, urban revitalization, the development of creative and
critical thinking) but also
...Read the Full Article
{"id":3772,"title":"A few things to think about before you ditch your day job:?","author":"","content":"<p><span id=\"__mce\" class=\"f\" style=\"color: #767676;\">CBC</span></p>\r\n<div style=\"display: inline-block;\">So, if art creates not just intangible benefits (cultural identity, urban revitalization, the development of creative and&nbsp;<em style=\"font-weight: bold; font-style: normal;\">critical thinking</em>) but also&nbsp;<strong>...<a href=\"http://www.cbc.ca/manitoba/scene/books/2011/06/19/dont-ditch-your-day-jobjust-yet-1/\" target=\"_blank\">Read the Full Article</a></strong></div>\r\n<p><br style=\"clear: both;\" /></p>","public_access":"1","public_downloads":"1","sku":"","files":{},"images":{}}
Bay Area Companies Invest $1 Million to Produce More Engineers?
San Francisco Bay Area Today
... engineering and biomedical professionals, and school administrators to promote
critical thinking, creativity, innovation and real-world problem solving
...Read the Full Article
{"id":3773,"title":"Bay Area Companies Invest $1 Million to Produce More Engineers?","author":"","content":"<p><span id=\"__mce\" class=\"f\" style=\"color: #767676;\">San Francisco Bay Area Today</span></p>\r\n<div><strong>...</strong>&nbsp;engineering and biomedical professionals, and school administrators to promote&nbsp;<em style=\"font-weight: bold; font-style: normal;\">critical thinking</em>, creativity, innovation and real-world problem solving&nbsp;<strong>...<a href=\"http://sanfranciscobayareatoday.org/bay-area-companies-invest-1-million-to-produce-more-engineers/14074/\" target=\"_blank\">Read the Full Article</a></strong></div>\r\n<p><br style=\"clear: both;\" /></p>","public_access":"1","public_downloads":"1","sku":"","files":{},"images":{}}
In praise of the Fibonacci method?
Times Educational Supplement
This develops the children's
critical thinking skills and gives them the confidence to challenge and ask questions. It also encourages collaboration and
...Read the Full Article
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The Jewish High School Of Connecticut Graduating Class Sets The ...?
DigitalJournal.com
... program of Jewish and General Studies, athletics and the arts in an environment that encourages spirited discussion and cultivates
critical thinking.
...Read the Full Article
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Disc golf a hit at Bayside?
Community Press
"The project fostered collaboration, problem solving,
critical thinking and communication skills among the students involved." One of them, Grade 11 student
...Read the Full Article
{"id":3776,"title":"Disc golf a hit at Bayside?","author":"","content":"<p><span id=\"__mce\" class=\"f\" style=\"color: #767676;\">Community Press</span></p>\r\n<div style=\"display: inline-block;\">\"The project fostered collaboration, problem solving,&nbsp;<em style=\"font-weight: bold; font-style: normal;\">critical thinking</em>&nbsp;and communication skills among the students involved.\" One of them, Grade 11 student&nbsp;<strong>...<a href=\"http://www.communitypress.ca/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=3173551\" target=\"_blank\">Read the Full Article</a></strong></div>\r\n<p><br style=\"clear: both;\" /></p>","public_access":"1","public_downloads":"1","sku":"","files":{},"images":{}}
New Tech Network Announces Nearly 50 Percent Growth in Number of ...?
Gamut News
... is matched with a dedication to developing skills the business community values:
critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and communication.
...Read the Full Article
{"id":3777,"title":"New Tech Network Announces Nearly 50 Percent Growth in Number of ...?","author":"","content":"<p><span id=\"__mce\" class=\"f\" style=\"color: #767676;\">Gamut News</span></p>\r\n<div style=\"display: inline-block;\"><strong>...</strong>&nbsp;is matched with a dedication to developing skills the business community values:<em style=\"font-weight: bold; font-style: normal;\">critical thinking</em>, creativity, collaboration, and communication.&nbsp;<strong>...<a href=\"http://gamutnews.com/20110615/24427/new-tech-network-announces-nearly-50-percent-growth-in-number-of-high-schools.html\" target=\"_blank\">Read the Full Article</a></strong></div>\r\n<p><br style=\"clear: both;\" /></p>","public_access":"1","public_downloads":"1","sku":"","files":{},"images":{}}
Students in danger of losing teachers - and so much more ...?
Philadelphia Daily News
"Kids really develop their
critical-thinking skills," she said. "They take charge of their own learning." Students who participate in the programs have seen
...Read the Full Article
{"id":3778,"title":"Students in danger of losing teachers - and so much more ...?","author":"","content":"<p><span id=\"__mce\" class=\"f\" style=\"color: #767676;\">Philadelphia Daily News</span></p>\r\n<div style=\"display: inline-block;\">\"Kids really develop their&nbsp;<em style=\"font-weight: bold; font-style: normal;\">critical-thinking</em>&nbsp;skills,\" she said. \"They take charge of their own learning.\" Students who participate in the programs have seen&nbsp;<strong>...<a href=\"http://articles.philly.com/2011-06-15/news/29660679_1_recess-playworks-william-dick-school\" target=\"_blank\">Read the Full Article</a></strong></div>\r\n<p><br style=\"clear: both;\" /></p>","public_access":"1","public_downloads":"1","sku":"","files":{},"images":{}}
Jobs, jobs, jobs Boomers are retiring and replacements are needed ...?
Houston Chronicle
Strong
critical-thinking and decision-making skills have become more important as technology and the operations themselves have evolved.
...Read the Full Article
{"id":3779,"title":"Jobs, jobs, jobs Boomers are retiring and replacements are needed ...?","author":"","content":"<p><span id=\"__mce\" class=\"f\" style=\"color: #767676;\">Houston Chronicle</span></p>\r\n<div style=\"display: inline-block;\">Strong&nbsp;<em style=\"font-weight: bold; font-style: normal;\">critical-thinking</em>&nbsp;and decision-making skills have become more important as technology and the operations themselves have evolved.&nbsp;<strong>...<a href=\"http://www.chron.com/disp/story.mpl/editorial/7611055.html\" target=\"_blank\">Read the Full Article</a></strong></div>\r\n<p><br style=\"clear: both;\" /></p>","public_access":"1","public_downloads":"1","sku":"","files":{},"images":{}}
Columbus schools to make IB the curriculum standard?
The Commercial Dispatch
The basic tenets of the curriculum encourage
critical thinking skills, cultural awareness and lifelong learning. IB trainers from across the globe will
...Read the Full Article
{"id":3780,"title":"Columbus schools to make IB the curriculum standard?","author":"","content":"<p><span id=\"__mce\" class=\"f\" style=\"color: #767676;\">The Commercial Dispatch</span>&nbsp;</p>\r\n<div>The basic tenets of the curriculum encourage&nbsp;<em style=\"font-weight: bold; font-style: normal;\">critical thinking</em>&nbsp;skills, cultural awareness and lifelong learning. IB trainers from across the globe will&nbsp;<strong>...<a href=\"http://www.cdispatch.com/news/article.asp?aid=11752\" target=\"_blank\">Read the Full Article</a></strong></div>\r\n<p><br style=\"clear: both;\" /></p>","public_access":"1","public_downloads":"1","sku":"","files":{},"images":{}}
Entering the door to college?
AndersonValleyPost.com - Melissa Lewis - 3 hours ago
I would strongly recommend a
critical thinking class such as sociology to any new college student because it takes some fear away.
...Read the Full Article
{"id":3781,"title":"Entering the door to college?","author":"","content":"<p><span id=\"__mce\" class=\"f\" style=\"color: #767676;\">AndersonValleyPost.com</span><span class=\"f\" style=\"color: #767676;\">&nbsp;-&nbsp;<a class=\"fl\" style=\"color: #3366cc; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&amp;biw=1012&amp;bih=883&amp;tbm=nws&amp;q=author:%22Melissa+Lewis%22&amp;sa=X&amp;ei=Q773TdroJoLCsAOvvPC8Bw&amp;ved=0CEkQ1AcoADAE\">Melissa Lewis</a></span>&nbsp;<span class=\"hpn\" style=\"color: #767676;\">-</span>&nbsp;<span class=\"f\" style=\"color: #767676;\">3 hours ago</span></p>\r\n<div>I would strongly recommend a&nbsp;<em style=\"font-weight: bold; font-style: normal;\">critical thinking</em>&nbsp;class such as sociology to any new college student because it takes some fear away.&nbsp;<strong>...<a href=\"http://www.andersonvalleypost.com/news/2011/jun/14/entering-door-college/\" target=\"_blank\">Read the Full Article</a></strong></div>\r\n<p><br style=\"clear: both;\" /></p>","public_access":"1","public_downloads":"1","sku":"","files":{},"images":{}}
Higher education: Quality not quantity?
Aliran Monthly
Such criticism includes a lack of
critical thinking, a lack of skills and a lack of knowledge. How did this situation come about? Are some of the reasons to
...Read the Full Article
{"id":3782,"title":"Higher education: Quality not quantity?","author":"","content":"<p><span id=\"__mce\" class=\"f\" style=\"color: #767676;\">Aliran Monthly</span></p>\r\n<div>Such criticism includes a lack of&nbsp;<em style=\"font-weight: bold; font-style: normal;\">critical thinking</em>, a lack of skills and a lack of knowledge. How did this situation come about? Are some of the reasons to&nbsp;<strong>...<a href=\"http://aliran.com/5733.html\" target=\"_blank\">Read the Full Article</a></strong></div>\r\n<p><br style=\"clear: both;\" /></p>","public_access":"1","public_downloads":"1","sku":"","files":{},"images":{}}
Making Ourselves Smarter With Mental Exercise?
PSFK
Typically, researchers and scientists have considered intelligence an inherited trait, especially
critical thinking and problem solving, however,
...Read the Full Article
{"id":3783,"title":"Making Ourselves Smarter With Mental Exercise?","author":"","content":"<p><span id=\"__mce\" class=\"f\" style=\"color: #767676;\">PSFK</span></p>\r\n<div>Typically, researchers and scientists have considered intelligence an inherited trait, especially&nbsp;<em style=\"font-weight: bold; font-style: normal;\">critical thinking</em>&nbsp;and problem solving, however,&nbsp;<strong>...<a href=\"http://www.psfk.com/2011/06/making-ourselves-smarter-with-mental-exercise.html\" target=\"_blank\">Read the Full Article</a></strong></div>\r\n<p><br style=\"clear: both;\" /></p>","public_access":"1","public_downloads":"1","sku":"","files":{},"images":{}}
Climate change education can still be part of a slimmed-down ...?
The Guardian
Personally, I think what is most needed in second level education is a course on
Critical Thinking. Times have changed; people are now awash with
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{"id":3784,"title":"Climate change education can still be part of a slimmed-down ...?","author":"","content":"<p><span id=\"__mce\" class=\"f\" style=\"color: #767676;\">The Guardian</span></p>\r\n<div style=\"display: inline-block;\">Personally, I think what is most needed in second level education is a course on&nbsp;<em style=\"font-weight: bold; font-style: normal;\">Critical Thinking</em>. Times have changed; people are now awash with&nbsp;<strong>...<a href=\"http://www.guardian.co.uk/environment/2011/jun/13/curriculum-climate-change-education\" target=\"_blank\">Read the Full Article</a></strong></div>\r\n<p><br style=\"clear: both;\" /></p>","public_access":"1","public_downloads":"1","sku":"","files":{},"images":{}}
ARAB WORLD: Democracy uprisings should herald a new dawn of ...?
Los Angeles Times
Curriculum in most Arab states tends to be didactic, teacher-directed, and does little to foster
critical thinking skills and creativity.
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{"id":3785,"title":"ARAB WORLD: Democracy uprisings should herald a new dawn of ...?","author":"","content":"<p><span id=\"__mce\" class=\"f\" style=\"color: #767676;\">Los Angeles Times</span></p>\r\n<div>Curriculum in most Arab states tends to be didactic, teacher-directed, and does little to foster&nbsp;<em style=\"font-weight: bold; font-style: normal;\">critical thinking</em>&nbsp;skills and creativity.&nbsp;<strong>...<a href=\"http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/babylonbeyond/2011/06/arab-world-democracy-uprisings-education-reform.html\" target=\"_blank\">Read the Full Article</a></strong></div>\r\n<p><br style=\"clear: both;\" /></p>","public_access":"1","public_downloads":"1","sku":"","files":{},"images":{}}
Ames Tribune
“They must use
critical thinking to separate fact from opinion and even manipulation. And teachers must empower them to navigate an abundance of information
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{"id":3786,"title":"Gilbert technology academy offers teachers new tools?","author":"","content":"<p><span id=\"__mce\" class=\"f\" style=\"color: #767676;\">Ames Tribune</span></p>\r\n<div>&ldquo;They must use&nbsp;<em style=\"font-weight: bold; font-style: normal;\">critical thinking</em>&nbsp;to separate fact from opinion and even manipulation. And teachers must empower them to navigate an abundance of information&nbsp;<strong>...<a href=\"http://www.amestrib.com/articles/2011/06/10/ames_tribune/news/doc4df226b2e4a9e890702374.txt\" target=\"_blank\">Read the Full Article</a></strong></div>\r\n<p><br style=\"clear: both;\" /></p>","public_access":"1","public_downloads":"1","sku":"","files":{},"images":{}}
People on the Move for June 10, 2011?
DesMoinesRegister.com
... which encourages high school students to develop personal strategies through team-building exercises, problem solving and
critical thinking.
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{"id":3787,"title":"People on the Move for June 10, 2011?","author":"","content":"<p><span id=\"__mce\" class=\"f\" style=\"color: #767676;\">DesMoinesRegister.com</span></p>\r\n<div><strong>...</strong>&nbsp;which encourages high school students to develop personal strategies through team-building exercises, problem solving and&nbsp;<em style=\"font-weight: bold; font-style: normal;\">critical thinking</em>.&nbsp;<strong>...<a href=\"http://www.desmoinesregister.com/article/20110610/BUSINESS/106100338/-1/moms/People-Move-June-10-2011\" target=\"_blank\">Read the Full Article</a></strong></div>\r\n<p><br style=\"clear: both;\" /></p>","public_access":"1","public_downloads":"1","sku":"","files":{},"images":{}}
One third of Hong Kong teachers thinks torture acceptable?
Monsters and Critics
It is aimed at equipping children with
critical thinking skills and knowledge of important issues that affect society. Human rights such as freedom of
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{"id":3788,"title":"One third of Hong Kong teachers thinks torture acceptable?","author":"","content":"<p><span id=\"__mce\" class=\"f\" style=\"color: #767676;\">Monsters and Critics</span></p>\r\n<div>It is aimed at equipping children with&nbsp;<em style=\"font-weight: bold; font-style: normal;\">critical thinking</em>&nbsp;skills and knowledge of important issues that affect society. Human rights such as freedom of&nbsp;<strong>...<a href=\"http://www.monstersandcritics.com/news/education/news/article_1644678.php/One-third-of-Hong-Kong-teachers-thinks-torture-acceptable\" target=\"_blank\">Read the Full Article</a></strong></div>\r\n<p><br style=\"clear: both;\" /></p>","public_access":"1","public_downloads":"1","sku":"","files":{},"images":{}}
High schoolers complete VU science program?
The Tennessean
The main goal of the program is to develop students'
critical thinking skills, thought processes and problem solving abilities. Ideally, the students will
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{"id":3789,"title":"High schoolers complete VU science program?","author":"","content":"<p><span id=\"__mce\" class=\"f\" style=\"color: #767676;\">The Tennessean</span></p>\r\n<div>The main goal of the program is to develop students'&nbsp;<em style=\"font-weight: bold; font-style: normal;\">critical thinking</em>&nbsp;skills, thought processes and problem solving abilities. Ideally, the students will&nbsp;<strong>...<a href=\"http://www.tennessean.com/article/20110610/DAVIDSON01/306100013/High-schoolers-complete-VU-science-program\" target=\"_blank\">Read the Full Article</a></strong></div>\r\n<p><br style=\"clear: both;\" /></p>","public_access":"1","public_downloads":"1","sku":"","files":{},"images":{}}
Teacher workshop debuts two new 'R's'?
Cleveland Daily Banner
Quadrant D requires students to use
critical thinking along with gathered information in order to answer questions. As part of the rigor element of the
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{"id":3790,"title":"Teacher workshop debuts two new 'R's'?","author":"","content":"<p><span id=\"__mce\" class=\"f\" style=\"color: #767676;\">Cleveland Daily Banner</span></p>\r\n<div>Quadrant D requires students to use&nbsp;<em style=\"font-weight: bold; font-style: normal;\">critical thinking</em>&nbsp;along with gathered information in order to answer questions. As part of the rigor element of the&nbsp;<strong>...<a href=\"http://www.clevelandbanner.com/view/full_story/13966439/article-Teacher-workshop-debuts-two-new-%E2%80%98R%E2%80%99s%E2%80%99?instance=homesecondleft\" target=\"_blank\">Read the Full Article</a></strong></div>\r\n<p><br style=\"clear: both;\" /></p>","public_access":"1","public_downloads":"1","sku":"","files":{},"images":{}}
New Point of Inquiry is Up: Michael Shermer–The Believing Brain?
Discover Magazine
... of Skeptic magazine and head of the Skeptics Society, and a longtime commentator on issues relating to science,
critical thinking, and the paranormal.
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{"id":3791,"title":"New Point of Inquiry is Up: Michael Shermer–The Believing Brain?","author":"","content":"<p><span id=\"__mce\" class=\"f\" style=\"color: #767676;\">Discover Magazine</span></p>\r\n<div><strong>...</strong>&nbsp;of Skeptic magazine and head of the Skeptics Society, and a longtime commentator on issues relating to science,&nbsp;<em style=\"font-weight: bold; font-style: normal;\">critical thinking</em>, and the paranormal.&nbsp;<strong>...<a href=\"http://blogs.discovermagazine.com/intersection/2011/06/07/new-point-of-inquiry-is-up-michael-shermer-the-believing-brain/\" target=\"_blank\">Read the Full Article</a></strong></div>\r\n<p><br style=\"clear: both;\" /></p>","public_access":"1","public_downloads":"1","sku":"","files":{},"images":{}}
Sperm Apocalypse Called Off?
Reason Online
... “was problematic and raised alarms in society without
critical thinking about the caveats and weaknesses inherent in the data and its analysis.
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{"id":3792,"title":"Sperm Apocalypse Called Off?","author":"","content":"<p><span id=\"__mce\" class=\"f\" style=\"color: #767676;\">Reason Online</span></p>\r\n<div><strong>...</strong>&nbsp;&ldquo;was problematic and raised alarms in society without&nbsp;<em style=\"font-weight: bold; font-style: normal;\">critical thinking</em>&nbsp;about the caveats and weaknesses inherent in the data and its analysis.&nbsp;<strong>...<a href=\"http://reason.com/blog/2011/06/07/sperm-apocalypse-called-off\" target=\"_blank\">Read the Full Article</a></strong></div>\r\n<p><br style=\"clear: both;\" /></p>","public_access":"1","public_downloads":"1","sku":"","files":{},"images":{}}
New role for outgoing RISD dean?
Providence Journal
Critical thinking applied to a hands-on approach to solving problems make an education in the arts invaluable, particularly in today's era of innovation,
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{"id":3793,"title":"New role for outgoing RISD dean?","author":"","content":"<p><span id=\"__mce\" class=\"f\" style=\"color: #767676;\">Providence Journal</span></p>\r\n<div><em style=\"font-weight: bold; font-style: normal;\">Critical thinking</em>&nbsp;applied to a hands-on approach to solving problems make an education in the arts invaluable, particularly in today's era of innovation,&nbsp;<strong>...<a href=\"http://www.projo.com/news/content/DAWN_BARRETT__06-06-11_3BN4M1O_v20.2f64474.html\" target=\"_blank\">Read the Full Article</a></strong></div>\r\n<p><br style=\"clear: both;\" /></p>","public_access":"1","public_downloads":"1","sku":"","files":{},"images":{}}
Irish Times
Children should also “be educated in
critical thinking and the distinction between faith and reason as a guide to knowledge. Science should be taught free
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{"id":3794,"title":"Dawkins urges constitutional reform to remove church role?","author":"","content":"<p><span id=\"__mce\" class=\"f\" style=\"color: #767676;\">Irish Times</span></p>\r\n<div>Children should also &ldquo;be educated in&nbsp;<em style=\"font-weight: bold; font-style: normal;\">critical thinking</em>&nbsp;and the distinction between faith and reason as a guide to knowledge. Science should be taught free&nbsp;<strong>...<a href=\"http://www.irishtimes.com/newspaper/ireland/2011/0606/1224298471229.html\" target=\"_blank\">Read the Full Article</a></strong></div>\r\n<p><br style=\"clear: both;\" /></p>","public_access":"1","public_downloads":"1","sku":"","files":{},"images":{}}
The Seattle Times
Even worse: Today's
college students lack critical-thinking skills,
... learn,
but many are afraid of getting lost in a thicket of
information overload they
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{"id":3795,"title":"College students eager to learn but need help negotiating information overload","author":"","content":"<p><span id=\"__mce\" class=\"f\" style=\"color: #767676;\">The Seattle Times</span></p>\r\n<div>Even worse: Today's&nbsp;<em style=\"font-weight: bold; font-style: normal;\">college students</em>&nbsp;lack critical-thinking skills,&nbsp;<strong>...</strong>&nbsp;<em style=\"font-weight: bold; font-style: normal;\">learn</em>,<em style=\"font-weight: bold; font-style: normal;\">but</em>&nbsp;many are afraid of getting lost in a thicket of&nbsp;<em style=\"font-weight: bold; font-style: normal;\">information overload</em>&nbsp;they<strong>...<a href=\"http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/opinion/2015227485_guest05head.html?prmid=op_ed\" target=\"_blank\">Read the Full Article</a></strong></div>\r\n<p><br style=\"clear: both;\" /></p>","public_access":"1","public_downloads":"1","sku":"","files":{},"images":{}}
Meritor Pledges $100000 to The Henry Ford Education Pilot Program?
Sacramento Bee
"The tools that the IEI offers will help provide students with the
critical thinking, communication, collaboration and creativity skills that are needed to
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{"id":3796,"title":"Meritor Pledges $100000 to The Henry Ford Education Pilot Program?","author":"","content":"<p><span id=\"__mce\" class=\"f\" style=\"color: #767676;\">Sacramento Bee</span></p>\r\n<div>\"The tools that the IEI offers will help provide students with the&nbsp;<em style=\"font-weight: bold; font-style: normal;\">critical thinking</em>, communication, collaboration and creativity skills that are needed to&nbsp;<strong>...<a href=\"http://www.sacbee.com/2011/06/02/3672299/meritor-pledges-100000-to-the.html\" target=\"_blank\">Read the Full Article</a></strong></div>\r\n<p><br style=\"clear: both;\" /></p>","public_access":"1","public_downloads":"1","sku":"","files":{},"images":{}}
Harvard Law School and Sciences Po Launch Student/Faculty Exchange ...?
Harvard Law School News
In 2009, SPLS was created in order to train lawyers with an emphasis on
critical thinking and creativity, as well as to equip them to play leadership roles
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{"id":3797,"title":"Harvard Law School and Sciences Po Launch Student/Faculty Exchange ...?","author":"","content":"<p><span id=\"__mce\" class=\"f\" style=\"color: #767676;\">Harvard Law School News</span></p>\r\n<div>In 2009, SPLS was created in order to train lawyers with an emphasis on<em style=\"font-weight: bold; font-style: normal;\">critical thinking</em>&nbsp;and creativity, as well as to equip them to play leadership roles&nbsp;<strong>...<a href=\"http://www.law.harvard.edu/news/2011/06/02_hls-sciences-po-student-faculty-exchange.html\" target=\"_blank\">Read the Full Article</a></strong></div>\r\n<p><br style=\"clear: both;\" /></p>","public_access":"1","public_downloads":"1","sku":"","files":{},"images":{}}
Other Departments' Business?
Inside Higher Ed
... as business on the Collegiate Learning Assessment, a test designed to measure
critical thinking, analytic reasoning, and other "higher level" skills.
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{"id":3798,"title":"Other Departments' Business?","author":"","content":"<p><span id=\"__mce\" class=\"f\" style=\"color: #767676;\">Inside Higher Ed</span></p>\r\n<div><strong>...</strong>&nbsp;as business on the Collegiate Learning Assessment, a test designed to measure<em style=\"font-weight: bold; font-style: normal;\">critical thinking</em>, analytic reasoning, and other \"higher level\" skills.&nbsp;<strong>...<a href=\"http://www.insidehighered.com/news/2011/06/02/report_calls_for_more_liberal_arts_in_undergraduate_business_programs\" target=\"_blank\">Read the Full Article</a></strong></div>\r\n<p><br style=\"clear: both;\" /></p>","public_access":"1","public_downloads":"1","sku":"","files":{},"images":{}}
Standardized tests and common sense?
Los Angeles Times
They are filled with multiple-choice questions, and rarely with questions that entail
critical thinking or writing skills. Test results should be meaningful
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{"id":3799,"title":"Standardized tests and common sense?","author":"","content":"<p><span id=\"__mce\" class=\"f\" style=\"color: #767676;\">Los Angeles Times</span></p>\r\n<div>They are filled with multiple-choice questions, and rarely with questions that entail&nbsp;<em style=\"font-weight: bold; font-style: normal;\">critical thinking</em>&nbsp;or writing skills. Test results should be meaningful&nbsp;<strong>...<a href=\"http://articles.latimes.com/2011/jun/01/opinion/la-ed-grades-20110601\" target=\"_blank\">Read the Full Article</a></strong></div>\r\n<p><br style=\"clear: both;\" /></p>","public_access":"1","public_downloads":"1","sku":"","files":{},"images":{}}
Physics meets cancer: The disruptor?
Nature.com
Just lots of
critical thinking: 'what does this mean?'," says a frequent participant, oncologist Donald Coffey of the Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore,
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{"id":3800,"title":"Physics meets cancer: The disruptor?","author":"","content":"<p><span id=\"__mce\" class=\"f\" style=\"color: #767676;\">Nature.com</span></p>\r\n<div>Just lots of&nbsp;<em style=\"font-weight: bold; font-style: normal;\">critical thinking</em>: 'what does this mean?',\" says a frequent participant, oncologist Donald Coffey of the Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore,&nbsp;<strong>...<a href=\"http://www.nature.com/news/2011/110601/full/474020a.html\" target=\"_blank\">Read the Full Article</a></strong></div>\r\n<p><br style=\"clear: both;\" /></p>","public_access":"1","public_downloads":"1","sku":"","files":{},"images":{}}
Focus: Elevating the Essentials to Radically Improve Student Learning?
Education Week News
Such deep exposure to subject matter, he argues, is the necessary basis for developing students'
critical-thinking skills. In outlining his approach to
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{"id":3801,"title":"Focus: Elevating the Essentials to Radically Improve Student Learning?","author":"","content":"<p><span id=\"__mce\" class=\"f\" style=\"color: #767676;\">Education Week News</span></p>\r\n<div>Such deep exposure to subject matter, he argues, is the necessary basis for developing students'&nbsp;<em style=\"font-weight: bold; font-style: normal;\">critical-thinking</em>&nbsp;skills. In outlining his approach to&nbsp;<strong>...<a href=\"http://www.edweek.org/tm/articles/2011/06/01/focus_bb.html\" target=\"_blank\">Read the Full Article</a></strong></div>\r\n<p><br style=\"clear: both;\" /></p>","public_access":"1","public_downloads":"1","sku":"","files":{},"images":{}}
