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Critical thinking is a transferable skill useful in all aspects of life. It can be defined as 'higher order thinking' - the analysis and evaluation of ideas, as well as the development of creative thinking. Listen to author and teacher trainer John Hughes speaking in his visit to Luxor in December 2021 about the importance of helping students grow their critical thinking skills:
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How do you bring a classroom to life? By engaging students and igniting their curiosity, and by creating an environment that encourages critical thinking and collaboration. Listen to National Geographic Learning Academic Engagement Consultant DaVida Alston Smith speaking in her visit to Luxor in December 2021.
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Social and Emotional Learning Report
National Geographic Learning author Katherine Stannett has written a report on social and emotional learning in which she discusses the importance of addressing not only students' academic skills, but also their social and emotional skills as part of a holistic approach to teaching made even more important by the Covid-19 pandemic.