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MAY 22, 2024

Here are three from the Ask a Tech Teacher team: 3 Creative Teaching Resources That Save You Time and Money Educators are increasingly expected to do more with less – ensuring that the next generation gets the quality of teaching they deserve while keeping budgets in check and making up for shortfalls in classroom resource availability.

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OCTOBER 7, 2024

With AI and automation reshaping entire industries, the skills employers once valued are being overtaken by the need for creativity, adaptability and technological fluency. He shares insights into how schools can leverage creative tools to equip students with the skills they’ll need to thrive in a world where the only constant is change.

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APRIL 30, 2024

AI automates grammar checking and fundamental composition, letting students focus on creativity and analysis. If students overuse AI to write essays, they may not engage in critical thinking and creativity. Over-reliance on AI can impair writing skills without lowering educational attainment.

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JULY 15, 2024

Enhanced creativity and critical thinking : The slower pace of handwriting allows for more time to think and formulate ideas, fostering creativity and critical thinking. Improved hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills, essential for cognitive development.

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DECEMBER 9, 2024

A school-based makerspace is a hands-on, creative environment where students can explore STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) and other interdisciplinary subjects. These spaces empower students to develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaborative skills while working on real-world projects.

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JUNE 8, 2023

Consider a pedagogy that transcends rote memorization and the stock drills often found in today’s classrooms, expects critical thinking that teaches how to learn anything — not just school subjects. If they decide they aren’t creative, they won’t pursue music. Because kids innately want to succeed.

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OCTOBER 21, 2024

Problem Solving: Students identify common tech issues and propose solutions, fostering critical thinking. Problem-Solving Mindset: Emphasizing that problems are opportunities fosters resilience and encourages critical thinking among students.

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NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Encouraging research and inquiry through dedicated projects like Genius Hour fosters a sense of ownership in learning, allowing students to pursue their interests and develop critical thinking skills. When students engage with games that require problem-solving and critical thinking, they learn necessary academic concepts in a fun way.

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JULY 12, 2023

It enhances cognitive abilities, emotional intelligence, moral and ethical development, identity formation, communication skills, social awareness, and creativity. Critical thinking and analysis Studying literature helps students develop critical thinking and analysis.

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FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Critical Thinking : Interpreting graphs requires critical thinking skills. Promoting Creativity : Graphing can be a creative process, particularly when students are tasked with representing data or functions in innovative ways.

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AUGUST 7, 2023

Student-centered approach: Shifting the focus from the teacher as the primary source of knowledge to fostering critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration in students. Critical thinking and creativity: Emphasizing analytical thinking, creativity, and innovation to tackle complex issues and develop new solutions.

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JANUARY 28, 2025

Showcasing art and STEM with DIY projects not only enhances learning and creativity but makes these subjects more accessible to a broader audience. By combining creativity with problem-solving, children can better understand concepts that might otherwise seem too technical or dull. What is STEAM and Why Does Art Matter in STEM?

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JUNE 18, 2024

The Ask a Tech Teacher team has ideas on how to incorporate giving into your STEM curriculum: Incorporating Monthly Giving Projects into STEM Curriculum: Inspiring the Next Generation of Philanthropists STEM equips students with critical thinking, problem-solving, and innovative skills vital for their future careers.

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NOVEMBER 18, 2023

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter In this episode, we welcome Billy Krakower, a nationally recognized educator with 16 years of experience and a passion for bringing technology and creativity into the classroom. So, shall we start with critical thinking? How do we foster it?

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APRIL 30, 2015

See my post on the symbolism of the word ‘Turkey’ creativity–think outside the box; develop solutions no one else has. These guidelines include: support the ‘4 C’s’–creativity, critical thinking, communication, collaboration. It’ll inspire you.

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NOVEMBER 29, 2023

The traditional critical thinking, writing and social skills developed through human interaction could suffer. Stifling Creativity & Individuality: Over-structured AI education environments may stifle creativity, critical thinking, and growth of ideas. Ongoing algorithm auditing is required.

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DECEMBER 8, 2022

But here’s my issue: Too often, kids forget that the goal is to practice critical thinking and problem solving, not pursue a career in programming. You just attach the circuits, motors, and conductors, and let your creativity flow: Code.org Hour of Code Unplugged. Ages 4 and up.

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OCTOBER 3, 2024

Creative Teaching Tools: Utilizing platforms like Smore helps educators design visually appealing and informative materials that enhance communication with students and parents, making learning more accessible. This feedback loop enhances the learning process and encourages critical thinking among students.

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JANUARY 29, 2024

The content presented in this blog is the result of my creative imagination and not intended for use, reproduction, or incorporation into any artificial intelligence training or machine learning systems without prior written consent from the author.”

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DECEMBER 13, 2024

They take lots of critical thinking, problem-solving, and are worth the effort! The link above is to a book you can purchase. The links below are to great (free) projects to keep your children tech-involved over the holidays. Copyright 2024 askatechteacher.com All rights reserved.

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JANUARY 24, 2024

Critical Skills in the Age of AI Which skills is the natural next question. Power Skills, which include creativity, collaboration, resilience, leadership and critical thinking , make all other skills more effective. But we know that skills like leadership, creativity and decision-making never go out of fashion.

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DECEMBER 23, 2022

You too can create a STEM classroom where students are actively engaged in collaborating to solve problems using creativity and critical thinking.

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JANUARY 11, 2023

support the ‘4 C’s’–creativity, critical thinking, communication, collaboration. Here are thirteen tips to evaluate the apps you’ll find useful in your classroom: free or small fee. stand the test of time. positive parent reports. rated ‘for everyone’ or ‘low maturity’. no in-app purchases or billing.

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MARCH 12, 2024

Critical thinking : They require students analyze information, identify relevant concepts. See which of these you agree with: Real-world relevance : They present scenarios that make concepts more tangible and help students see the practical applications of what they are learning.

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MAY 20, 2024

Emerging as a creative and insightful way for youngsters to learn and practically implement their knowledge, the idea of project-based learning has been encouraged and applauded by teachers worldwide. These projects encourage sustainable thinking in students while exploring the principles of tech, engineering, and environmental science.

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JANUARY 24, 2023

Computer games empower understudies to connect socially while at the same time fostering critical thinking abilities. Improves spatial reasoning and critical thinking The ability to visualize and manipulate two- and three-layered objects is known as spatial thinking.

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JUNE 28, 2023

Critical thinking skills: Bridge building requires you to think critically about the different factors that affect the design and construction of a bridge, such as the materials used, the forces acting on the bridge, and the environment in which the bridge will be built.

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NOVEMBER 11, 2024

AI tools have already proven useful for improving teacher productivity and fostering student creativity. If we can address these questions, I think we are really doing our jobs: engaging students in real-world experiences while guiding them through difficult issues.

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JULY 10, 2023

3 Fun Ways to Use Tech in the Classroom in the Run-Up to Summer Summer is right around the corner and as a teacher, you might be in search of creative ways to leverage technology to ensure your classroom remains an entertaining, engaging and educational space. Fear not, we’ve got you covered! Another fantastic example is Lightbot.

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SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

support the ‘4 C’s’–creativity, critical thinking, communication, collaboration. Here are thirteen tips to evaluate the apps you’ll find useful in your classroom: free or small fee. stand the test of time. positive parent reports. rated ‘for everyone’ or ‘low maturity’. no in-app purchases or billing.

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Defined Learning

OCTOBER 17, 2022

Can you imagine a world that is grounded in cultivating our natural capacities while embracing creativity, critical thinking, empathy, collaboration, and communication? What if we strived to build systems that focused more on lifting each other up instead of pushing ourselves and others down?

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DECEMBER 8, 2020

But here’s my issue: Too often, kids forget that the goal is to practice critical thinking and problem solving, not pursue a career in programming. You just attach the circuits, motors, and conductors, and let your creativity flow: Code.org Hour of Code Unplugged. Ages 4 and up.

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NOVEMBER 3, 2023

The graduate-level econometrics course I teach is required and it’s designed to foster analytical and critical thinking skills in causal research methods. This can be especially beneficial when students encounter writer's block, but may inadvertently stifle creativity.

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MAY 9, 2024

These games include puzzles and quizzes that enhance critical thinking skills and offer a fun break from traditional learning. Live Classes : Led by expert tutors, SplashLearn’s live classes range from basic practice to advanced explorations, plus creative “out-of-the-box” sessions.

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FEBRUARY 14, 2024

It fosters critical thinking, problem-solving skills and a deeper understanding of mathematical principles by placing students as active learners rather than passive recipients of information. They develop the most creative strategies; kids have said things that just blow my mind. All of a sudden, they are math people.

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DECEMBER 18, 2023

You have to show students how [generative AI] is just a tool and let them know that this is not supposed to replace their own critical thinking, creativity and all these skills they need,” says Poth. I believe in humans so heavily; that's where the creativity is going to come from. It's not going to come from AI.

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OCTOBER 7, 2021

It focuses on building student creativity, critical thinking, and independence–skills students need to become prosperous, happy adults. Its purpose is to spark student creativity and empower them to explore their passions at their own pace. It includes classes and lesson plans, even themed clubs.

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