Deanna Kuhn Knihy

Bringing insights from research in developmental psychology to pedagogy, Kuhn argues that inquiry and argument should be at the center of a thinking curriculum--a curriculum that makes sense to students as well as to teachers and develops the skills and values needed for lifelong learning.

Engaging middle and secondary students, this book utilizes peer dialogue to enhance argumentation and critical thinking skills. It addresses 44 topics related to personal and global futures, presenting factual knowledge in a straightforward Q&A format. Each topic encourages evidence-based decision-making, fostering deeper understanding and engagement. A complimentary Teachers Edition offers additional resources and assessment tools for tracking student progress, making it a valuable resource for educators aiming to develop critical skills in their students.

Focusing on the importance of critical thinking, this book guides middle and secondary students in developing their decision-making skills through peer dialogue. It covers 44 relevant topics about personal and community futures, providing a wealth of factual knowledge in a straightforward Q&A format. The approach emphasizes evidence-based decision-making while enhancing verbal and written argumentation skills. A Teachers Edition accompanies the text, offering additional resources and assessments to track student progress.

Exploring the concept of decision-making, this book emphasizes the power individuals have in shaping their futures rather than passively waiting for events to unfold. It discusses the impact of personal and collective choices on various levels, from individual lives to global consequences. By reflecting on historical decisions and their outcomes, the text encourages readers to consider how current choices can be improved for a better future. It invites critical thinking about the laws and societal structures that influence everyday life and the potential for positive change.

Guided by the premise that developmental psychological should demand of themselves an increased reflectivity on the activities of their discipline, this volume focuses on the recent past, the present, and the projected future of developmental psychology. The editors have opted not to provide a straight history of the field but rather to assemble a collection of papers on various aspects of developmental theory and method, each dealt with from a historical perspective.

Kritisches Denken ist entscheidend für junge Menschen, um fundierte Entscheidungen zu treffen. Deanna Kuhn richtet sich in ihrem Buch an Schüler der Mittel- und Oberstufe und integriert eine bewährte Methode, die auf Dialogen mit Gleichaltrigen basiert. Diese Methode fördert sowohl mündliche als auch schriftliche Argumentationsfähigkeiten und evidenzbasierte Entscheidungsfindung zu 44 relevanten Themen. Jedes Thema wird durch umfassendes Faktenwissen im Frage-Antwort-Format ergänzt. Eine spezielle Lehrerausgabe bietet zusätzliche Ressourcen zur Bewertung des Lernfortschritts der Schüler.