Nov 28, 2017
In response to requests from their listeners, Dave and Steve try to distill seven years of research into 45 minutes! The result? An initial walk-through of how they help faculty and students across disciplines and grade levels conceptualize critical thinking. Want to know how to define critical thinking in a way that...
Nov 16, 2017
TCTI welcomes Peter Arthur, Ph.D. Peter is a frequent keynote speaker and sought-after workshop facilitator on “Enhancing Metacognition, Growth Mindset and Grit for Student Success.” He speaks with Steve and Dave about the intersects between his work and critical thinking.
Plus, Steve has some depressing news of...
Nov 2, 2017
In this episode, Steve and Dave take a walk into some of the science around how the brain functions relative to learning. Beware! Discussions of "amygdalas" and "basal ganglia" may emerge. But if you want to tap into your students brain power, here is some of the research on how to do it.