Critical Thinking

This course will explore the meaning of ‘critical thinking’ in the context of a vibrant classroom community using the research of Russell Grigg and Helen Lewis from the book, ‘Teaching Creative and Critical Thinking in Schools’. Participants will be taken through the 9 traits of critical thinking as explored by ‘Mentoring Minds’ and apply this to a series of activities that highlight how effective critical thinking can be integrated into the daily learning opportunities we provide for our students. A series of thinking skills strategies will be explored to demonstrate how critical thinking can be integrated and evidenced. Participants will explore the BLOOMS model and how this can be utilized to support and nurture a culture of questioning and inquiry. In the final part of this course, the strategies, research, and materials explored will be implemented in subject specific scenarios to demonstrate how critical thinking can be incorporated across the curriculum.

Course objectives

To identify and explore the meaning and traits of critical thinking.
To consider how to integrate and evidence critical thinking practices.
To explore a variety of critical thinking tools and strategies.
To plan for implementation of the critical thinking opportunities explored.

Target Audience

Teachers

Duration

1 Day(8 hours)

Mode of delivery

Face 2 Face & Online

Language

English & Arabic

Certification: Attendance to the session and completion of the evaluation and reflection is mandatory to complete the course and receive a certificate of attendance.

How the course is assessed: Attendance to the session

Prerequisites: This course is suitable for any practitioner who would like to further enhance their critical thinking practices.

UAE Teacher Standards

Professional and Ethical Conduct

1.1 Respect and promote UAE Values.
1.2 Demonstrate personal and professional ethics.
1.3 Be accountable for and to learners.
1.4 Comply with national and organisational expectations.
1.5 Establish communication and collaboration.

Professional Practice

3.1 Promoting positive learning environments.
3.2 Demonstrate learner – centred teaching.
3.3 Use assessment of learning.

Professional Knowledge

2.1 Demonstrate knowledge of learning, development & diversity.
2.2 Demonstrate knowledge of curriculum.
2.3 Demonstrate knowledge of theoretical basis of teaching

Professional Growth

4.1 Reflect on own practice.
4.2 Engage in professional growth.
4.3 Determine impact on learner achievement.