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Monday, April 3, 2006
Thinking Critically About Critical Thinking
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
A highly educated homeschooling mom took a tour of a highly regarded public school recently, as she is thinking of enrolling her child there. She generally liked what she saw, but she was perplexed by the constant talk of “critical thinking skills.” Everyone at the school assured her this is what they teach. But, she wonders, what exactly do they mean?
Teachers, those of you who want to talk about education during your spring break, can you help?
