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Thomas, Ruth G., Ed. – 1987
This publication shares current thinking, research, and practice in the area of higher order thinking skills with home economics educators, including teachers, supervisors, and teacher educators. The first three articles provide general discussions of thinking skills. They are "Introduction" (Ruth Pestle); "Can Higher Order Thinking…
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Critical Thinking, Home Economics, Problem Solving
Willis, Scott; And Others – Instructor, 1993
Presents descriptions of the most commonly taught thinking skills and information on how to present, model, and practice those skills in class. The guide also includes a quiz designed to help the teacher take advantage of everyday opportunities to promote thinking skills, and 10 critical thinking skills strategies. (GLR)
Descriptors: Class Activities, Cognitive Development, Critical Thinking, Elementary Education
Download full textNewmann, Fred M.; And Others – 1988
The papers in this report present selected findings from one phase of a five-year study on how to enhance higher order thinking skills in high school social studies classes. The study's purposes were to determine why it is difficult to emphasize these skills in social studies curriculums, what the barriers are, and how to overcome them. Five…
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Cognitive Processes, Critical Thinking, High School Students
Hong, Zhang; Smith, Carl, Comp. – 1990
Originally developed for the Department of Defense Schools (DoDDS) system, this learning package on using skills and strategies for effective learning is designed for teachers who wish to upgrade or expand their teaching skills on their own. The package includes a comprehensive search of the ERIC database; a lecture giving an overview on the…
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Critical Thinking, Distance Education, Elementary Secondary Education
Weil, Danny, Ed.; Anderson, Holly Kathleen, Ed. – 2000
This publication presents essays that offer exemplary teaching practices and theoretical discussions concerning critical thinking. Covering a wide range of topics, the essays include a varied selection of readings that contemplate how teaching can become a powerful experience for both educators and students. The essays focus on classroom learning…
Descriptors: Art Education, Citizen Participation, Cognitive Development, Critical Thinking
Collins, Norma; Smith, Carl, Comp. – 1990
Originally developed for the Department of Defense Schools (DoDDS) system, this learning package on developing thinking skills through literature is designed for teachers who wish to upgrade or expand their teaching skills on their own. The package includes a comprehensive search of the ERIC database; a lecture giving an overview on the topic; the…
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Critical Reading, Critical Thinking, Distance Education
Direct linkPlucker, Jonathan, Ed. – Prufrock Press Inc, 2008
"Critical Issues and Practices in Gifted Education: What the Research Says" is the definitive reference book for those searching for a summary and evaluation of the literature on giftedness and gifted education. The book presents almost 50 summaries of important topics in the field, providing relevant research and a guide to how the research…
Descriptors: Expertise, Special Schools, Teacher Characteristics, Advanced Placement
Davidson, Neil, Ed.; Worsham, Toni, Ed. – 1992
This collection of papers provides a theoretical foundation on current practice in cooperative thinking. The papers offer many practical methods that can be applied to a full range of classroom settings. After an introduction, "HOTSICLE: Higher Order Thinking Skills in Cooperative Learning Environments" (Neil Davidson and Toni Worsham),…
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Concept Formation, Cooperative Learning, Critical Thinking
