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Cardinale, Gary W. – Social Studies Review, 1990
Argues that, to maximize a child's educational experience in history/social science, it is imperative that teachers utilize a whole-brain teaching approach by using a variety of experiences that stimulate both sides of the brain. Discusses the three general modes in which students appear to learn: oral, visual, and kinesthetic. Suggests specific…
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Creative Thinking, Critical Thinking, History Instruction
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Zielinski, Edward J.; Sarachine, D. Michael – Science Teacher, 1990
Presented are six activities that help to promote critical and creative student thinking. Activities include discrepant events and questioning, divergent thinking, dilemma discussions, and drawing objects from symbols. Activities can be adapted to any science discipline. (KR)
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Cognitive Style, Critical Thinking, Discussion (Teaching Technique)
Bazeli, Marilyn; Robinson, Rhonda – 1997
The inclusion of critical thinking and viewing skills across the curriculum is one way to approach the development of problem solving, which could help develop the kind of students prepared to accept the challenges they face. Using popular media in teaching such skills links critical thinking to life in a way that keeps critical thinking from…
Descriptors: Class Activities, Critical Thinking, Critical Viewing, Curriculum Development