I believe that critical thinking develops when we ourselves understand the topics being taught. I find that giving examples of real life situations, or based on what the students are learning, help facilitate "critical thinking".
From this i feel that working with students in class having them compete with each other from this i can tell if they are really learning the information that is being taught.
I have never used K-W-L charts before and I think they would be a great activity before a new topic is introduced with K-W and then adding the third L for after discussions. I also like the Silence activity and I am going to use both in my classes. I also learned that teaching a subject isn't enough, the students need to learn how to develop and have a deeper understanding of the topic with their critical thinking skills. Students need help in developing those critical thinking skills. Any time we can get our students to go beyond the subject and think will be advantageous for them.
Critical thinking is essential in the medical field. As instructors, we should incorporate it into daily teaching to help students develop a deeper understanding of how to provide the highest quality patient care within their scope of practice.
Planning on giving students for assignments to encourage brainstorming and giving them the resources to organize their thoughts structurally.
I learned new skills concerning the steps required for effective problem solving
Critical thinking and problem solving is essential in everyday life skills.
Very informative and comprehensive.
I think all this theme can be summarized in this quote I like: “The essence of the independent mind lies not in what it thinks, but in how it thinks.” – Christopher Hitchens
The important of critical thinking and its consequences; and how to apply it as a Professor.
I Learned that critical thinking is great Resourceful way to guide future professionals to exceed an open-minded on an everyday basis problem solving.
I had never heard of a K-W-L chart...interesting way to engage students and begin discussions.
I believe this section is encouraging instructors to get the students talking. Reflection on their own activities and activities of peers is a valuable way to analyze different situations and points of view.
I learned that critical thinking means breaking problems down, questioning assumptions, and evaluating solutions before acting. I plan to apply this at work by focusing on root causes instead of quick fixes, and in daily life by pausing to reflect before making decisions.
Critical thinking is a great tool for identifying each individual student understanding of the course.
Critical thinking involves objectively analyzing and evaluating information to form a well-reasoned judgement or decision.
Students have to have an environment conducive to learning so that they can feel comfortable to express themselves and participate in their learning. Thinking is a skill that they will use constantly for as long as they choose to be a nurse.
dont give solutions, let them think. Ask questions
I learned some new tools to encourage critical thinking.
