Course: Teaching for Critical Thinking

Dates: May 3 and 10, 2012, 3:30 pm to 6:30 pm*
Location: Pascack Hill High School Media Center, 225 West Grand Avenue, Montvale, NJ

Facilitator: Dr. Barry Bachenheimer, Pascack Valley Regional High School District

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.

*This course meets for two sessions, May 3 and 10. You must attend both sessions to receive professional development hours.

Registration for this mini-course has reached capacity.