Critical Inquiry in K-12: Unleashing the power of perspective and inquiry
- - Utilize Bias Jars and similar activities to explore important topics, helping students recognize and challenge their personal biases.
- - Engage students in research-based methods and debates to deepen their understanding of various perspectives, fostering critical thinking and reflective inquiry.
- - Emphasize improvisational problem-solving and multi-perspective analysis, equipping students with skills for focused decision-making and informed analysis in a diverse, information-rich educational landscape.
Schedule Information:
On Demand
Session Description
Explore the art of critical inquiry in K-12 education, transcending traditional subject boundaries. Inspired by Dr Nathan Lang-Raad’s “Never Stop Asking”, this session introduces versatile activities like Bias Jars with topics such as public health, environmental policies, and AI in education. These exercises encourage students to uncover and confront their own biases, fostering a culture of reflective thinking. Participants will learn to engage students in research and debate, enhancing their skills in focused decision-making amidst distractions. The session emphasizes improvisation and multi-perspective analysis in problem-solving, equipping students with essential tools for informed decision-making in a diverse and information-rich world.