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How Minecraft Teaches Reading, Writing and Problem Solving

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In case you must ‘sell’ this idea to your administration, here are three great reasons why students should use Minecraft in school: Reading, Writing, and Problem Solving. I want to see their creativity, critical thinking, and problem solving in action. Problem Solving. We all have a great time.

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5 (free) Tech Problem Solving Posters

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This month: Problem-solving. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years. Every month, we’ll share five themed posters that you can share on your website (with attribution), post on your walls, or simply be inspired. –for the entire collection of 65 posters, click here.

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Ten Tech Problem-Solving Tips You Don’t Want to Miss

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Here are the top ten problem-solving tips according to Ask a Tech Teacher readers: Tech Tip #108: Got a Tech Problem? 25 Techie Problems Every Student Can Fix–Update. How to Teach Students to Solve Problems. I Can Solve That Problem…. 81: Problem Solving Board.

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Teaching Problem-Solving

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Problem-solving is the most important skill that students learn in the classroom. It is the meat and potatoes of mathematics, whether the problems perplex the Stephen Hawkings of the world or first graders learning basic arithmetic. Strong problem-solving abilities will serve students in every profession and aspect of life.

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Teach Speaking and Listening Skills with Student Presentations–the video

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Teach Speaking and Listening Skills with Student Presentations This video is from a series I taught for school districts. Problem Solving: Students identify common tech issues and propose solutions, fostering critical thinking. Vocabulary Development: “Speak like a Geek” allows students to teach and learn domain-specific terms.

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Empowering Students to Become Problem-Solving Champions

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Imagine a classroom where students were creative thinkers and had the confidence to solve problems and develop innovative solutions easily. To help make this dream a reality, we’ll explore why problem-solving skills are essential and give you some tips and strategies on teaching both younger and older students problem-solving skills.

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Teach Critical Thinking

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. “No problem can withstand the assault of sustained thinking.” I’ve discussed problem-solving before (see How to Teach Students to Solve Problems ). To me, problem-solving is one of life’s great highs. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years.