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Colburn, Alan – Educational Leadership, 2004
Inquiry-based instruction teaching helps students to think independently and scientifically, which in turn enables problem solving ability in them. Different approaches to encourage inquiry-based instructions like verification approach, and discovery approach are discussed by matching the background knowledge and reasoning skills among the…
Descriptors: Teaching Methods, Problem Solving, Inquiry, Thinking Skills
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Baldwin, Dorothy – Educational Leadership, 1984
Describes a "thinking strand" in social studies instruction in a New Jersey school district. An inservice training program enables teachers to apply critical thinking skills in the classroom, actively engaging students through the use of debates, case studies, and problem-solving activities. (TE)
Descriptors: Critical Thinking, Discovery Learning, Elementary Secondary Education, Inservice Teacher Education
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Bradsher, Monica; Hagan, Lucy – Educational Leadership, 1995
By combining hands-on research and telecommunications, the National Geographic Society's Kids Network enables K-8 students to grapple with basic science and geography concepts, hone communication and research skills, and network with kids around the world. Students focus on real-world problems, work cooperatively, and share results in class…
Descriptors: Basic Skills, Cooperative Learning, Discovery Learning, Elementary Education