Ages 11-18
The Whole Brain Solution: Thinking skills to help students observe, make connections and solve problems
Tricia Armstrong
This practical and informative title explores the primary thinking tools that are essential for students to become effective learners. Based on the needs of students in secondary schools, the book features complete chapters on:
- observing;
- generating ideas;
- asking questions;
- connecting;
- making analogies;
- recognising patterns;
- solving problems;
- transforming information;
- synthesising data.
Each chapter includes provocative quotes, warm-up exercises, intriguing classroom lessons, and suggested applications in major subject areas. The chapters also include real-world career applications for many of the skills. Reproducible pages throughout the book will help new and experienced teachers implement strategies to help students use what they know to solve problems and make decisions.
Contents
Introduction; Observing; Generating Ideas; Asking Questions; Connecting; Making Analogies; Recognising Patterns; Solving Problems; Transforming; Synthesizing; Recommended Resources; Index
2003 160pp paperback
978-155138-156-5
£24.99
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