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Course Description

Credit Validation for DoDEA Participants Only

This course equips middle school educators with strategies and tools to foster a classroom environment focused on critical thinking. Participants will explore 14 essential factors influencing student thinking, learning to implement both macro- and micro-moves to enhance cognitive engagement in their classrooms. Through a mix of in-person sessions, reflective discussions, and practical applications, teachers will gain the skills needed to create a dynamic learning atmosphere that promotes student autonomy and critical thinking.

Learner Outcomes

  • Explore 14 different factors that influence classroom thinking and identify macro- and micro-moves to maximize engagement
  • Reflect on and discuss with peers the 14 strategies, considering effective ways to implement them in your classroom
  • Select strategies to trial in your own classroom and gather feedback from peers
  • Observe peers applying strategies in a thinking classroom setting

Course Details

Number of Units: 1.0 graduate level extension credit(s) in semester hours

Who Should Attend: This course provides continuing education for DoDEA Participants.

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Type
In Person
Dates
Sep 05, 2024 to May 30, 2025
Course Format
Course Fee(s)
EDU CV credit (1 units) $79.00
Available for Extension Credit
1 units
Section Notes

Audience: Teachers (6-8) and Support Staff

Refund Policy: All Credit Validation enrollments are refundable, less a $25 fee, if requested within 30 days of enrollment date. There will be no refunds for Credit Validation after the allotted 30 days.

Enrollment Open: December 31, 2024 (11:59pm PT)

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