Title: Teaching for Critical Thinking

Dates: February 20 & 27, 2014

Time: 4:00-7:00 PM

Location: Montclair State University, University Hall, ADP 1120

Instructor: Dr. Barry Bachenheimer

This course will focus on creating an environment and developing strategies for promoting critical thinking in the classroom. We will work on developmentally appropriate methods for modeling thinking, questioning strategies, problem-solving, metacognition, listening skills, and classroom interaction. Participants will be encouraged to examine their own lessons and units to infuse critical thinking throughout the curriculum. Suggested grade levels: P-12 *Fulfills the MSUNER requirement for Teaching for Critical Thinking.

Limited to 20 participants