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10 Of The Best TEDTalks On Improving Education

TeachThought StaffMay 18, 20255 min read

In this talk, she underscores the need for scalable, stigma-free digital platforms that can teach, support, and connect young people dealing with mental health challenges.

what is a socratic seminar

The Definition Of A Socratic Seminar

TeachThought StaffMay 18, 202514 min read

The goal of the Socratic seminar is to foster critical thinking by examining inaccurate/incomplete beliefs and the assumptions behind them.

100+ Bloom's taxonomy verbs for critical thinking

100+ Bloom’s Taxonomy Verbs For Critical Thinking

TeachThought StaffMay 17, 20253 min read

Bloom’s Taxonomy verbs include Evaluate: Criticize, Judge, Defend, Appraise, Value, Prioritize, Revise, Argue, Support, and Re-design.

Teach Students To Think Irrationally

Teach Students To Think Irrationally

Terrell HeickMay 17, 20253 min read

Our task? Overcome a child’s natural tendency to play, rebel, and self-direct in hopes of providing them with an ‘education.’

Authentic Starting Points For Learning

12 Authentic Starting Points For Learning

Terrell HeickMay 17, 20259 min read

Learning–real, informal, authentic, and lifelong learning–can ‘begin’ with just about anything.

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75 Questions Students Can Ask Themselves Before, During, And After Teaching

Terrell HeickMay 16, 20256 min read

We’re sharing 75 questions students can ask themselves that can guide their thinking and awareness before, during, and after your teaching.

Tips For Teaching Mindfulness In School

10 Tips For Teaching Mindfulness In School At Any Grade Level

TeachThought StaffMay 15, 20255 min read

Lisa Thomas Prince and Lori Gustafson offer the following ten tips for teaching mindfulness in the classroom at any grade level.

What is the library of congress

What Is The Library Of Congress?

TeachThought StaffMay 12, 20254 min read

The Library of Congress is the research arm of Congress and preserves U.S. cultural and intellectual history while offering public access to archives, copyright services, and educational resources.

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