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9th Grade - 10th Grade

Identifying Personal Connections - Text Exploration - Fiction Analysis

Identifying Personal Connections - Text Exploration - Fiction Analysis

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Identifying Personal Connections - Text Exploration - Fiction Analysis

9th Grade - 10th Grade

English

Explore strategies that foster personal connections in fiction, enhancing comprehension and engagement. Learners will cultivate skills to connect their own experiences with narrative elements, promoting a deeper understanding of literary works.

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11th Grade

[Historical Analysis - Revolution Comparisons and Influences - Social and Political Change Over Time]

[Historical Analysis - Revolution Comparisons and Influences - Social and Political Change Over Time]

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[Historical Analysis - Revolution Comparisons and Influences - Social and Political Change Over Time]

11th Grade

Social Studies

Investigate the interconnected themes of revolutions, political change, and societal impacts throughout history. Focus on key events such as the Scientific and American Revolutions to understand their historical influences on modern society. Enhance critical thinking and comparison skills to deepen the comprehension of how these pivotal events shape current political and societal landscapes.

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9th Grade - 12th Grade

Analyzing Interconnectedness - Globalization and Cultural Exchange

Analyzing Interconnectedness - Globalization and Cultural Exchange

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Analyzing Interconnectedness - Globalization and Cultural Exchange

9th Grade - 12th Grade

Geography

Explore the interconnected nature of our world by examining key concepts such as globalization, pop culture, and time-space compression. Enhance understanding of global connections and the exchange of ideas, developing a comprehensive knowledge of international dynamics.

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7th Grade - 9th Grade

Critical Analysis - Influential Talks - Personal Development

Critical Analysis - Influential Talks - Personal Development

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Critical Analysis - Influential Talks - Personal Development

7th Grade - 9th Grade

English

Explore the impact of small, consistent changes on personal growth through 30-day challenges. Develop critical thinking skills by analyzing motivational factors and personal experiences in behavior modification.

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9th Grade - 12th Grade

Innovative Thinking - Visual Techniques - Creative Problem Solving

Innovative Thinking - Visual Techniques - Creative Problem Solving

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Innovative Thinking - Visual Techniques - Creative Problem Solving

9th Grade - 12th Grade

Social Studies

Learn to enhance innovative thinking and effectively visualize complex ideas using mind mapping techniques. Develop creative problem-solving abilities and apply visual methods for organizing ideas.

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9th Grade - 12th Grade

Critical Thinking Skills - Analysis & Evaluation - Cognitive Development

Critical Thinking Skills - Analysis & Evaluation - Cognitive Development

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Critical Thinking Skills - Analysis & Evaluation - Cognitive Development

9th Grade - 12th Grade

Business

Explore critical thinking skills by focusing on analysis, evaluation, and cognitive development concepts. Enhance the ability to objectively analyze information, make informed decisions, and effectively challenge assumptions.

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9th Grade

Critical Thinking Skills - Biases and Logical Fallacies - Effective Reasoning

Critical Thinking Skills - Biases and Logical Fallacies - Effective Reasoning

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Critical Thinking Skills - Biases and Logical Fallacies - Effective Reasoning

9th Grade

Other

Explore critical thinking skills by focusing on identifying biases, logical fallacies, and effective reasoning strategies. Gain insights into evaluating arguments, recognizing emotional appeals, and enhancing decision-making abilities.

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9th Grade

Visual Logo Recognition - Building Background Knowledge - Visual Communication Skills

Visual Logo Recognition - Building Background Knowledge - Visual Communication Skills

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Visual Logo Recognition - Building Background Knowledge - Visual Communication Skills

9th Grade

English

Enhance visual communication skills by understanding the significance of logos and developing the ability to recognize visual cues effectively. Learners will improve their ability to associate words with logos and build a foundational understanding of visual branding concepts.

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8th Grade - 10th Grade

Critical Thinking Skills - Ambiguity Evaluation - Logical Reasoning Challenges

Critical Thinking Skills - Ambiguity Evaluation - Logical Reasoning Challenges

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Critical Thinking Skills - Ambiguity Evaluation - Logical Reasoning Challenges

8th Grade - 10th Grade

English

Focuses on enhancing critical thinking skills by evaluating ambiguous information within various scenarios. Develop the ability to critically analyze statements and discern truths, significantly improving logical reasoning abilities.

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9th Grade - 12th Grade

Reflective Practice and Personal Growth - Transformative Learning Principles

Reflective Practice and Personal Growth - Transformative Learning Principles

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Reflective Practice and Personal Growth - Transformative Learning Principles

9th Grade - 12th Grade

Social Studies

Explore the principles of transformative learning centered on reflective thinking and personal growth. Gain insights into challenging existing beliefs, improving problem-solving abilities, and adopting new perspectives for profound personal transformation.

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9th Grade - 12th Grade

Connecting Ideas - Civil Rights Figures - Informational Texts

Connecting Ideas - Civil Rights Figures - Informational Texts

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Connecting Ideas - Civil Rights Figures - Informational Texts

9th Grade - 12th Grade

English

Study the significant contributions of Georgia Gilmore during the Montgomery Bus Boycott and her impact on the civil rights movement. Engage with the events of this pivotal era to gain insights and develop the ability to create meaningful connections between various informational texts.

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9th Grade - 10th Grade

Making Inferences - Analysis and Application - Critical Thinking Skills

Making Inferences - Analysis and Application - Critical Thinking Skills

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Making Inferences - Analysis and Application - Critical Thinking Skills

9th Grade - 10th Grade

English

Learners will enhance their critical thinking abilities by analyzing scenarios to draw logical inferences, supporting their conclusions with evidence from provided passages. The focus is on developing skills in making inferences and justifying them with textual support.

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9th Grade - 12th Grade

Comparative Expressions in Spanish - Language Skills - Spanish Language Learning

Comparative Expressions in Spanish - Language Skills - Spanish Language Learning

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Comparative Expressions in Spanish - Language Skills - Spanish Language Learning

9th Grade - 12th Grade

World Languages

Focus on building language skills by using comparative expressions in Spanish. Gain proficiency in comparing people, objects, and qualities to improve conversational fluency and contextual understanding in Spanish.

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9th Grade - 11th Grade

Evaluating Texts - Inferential Reading - Comprehension Skills

Evaluating Texts - Inferential Reading - Comprehension Skills

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Evaluating Texts - Inferential Reading - Comprehension Skills

9th Grade - 11th Grade

English

Engage learners in developing inference skills by analyzing context clues in various scenarios and questions. Enhance comprehension skills by drawing conclusions from implicit information, improving the ability to interpret texts and derive deeper meanings beyond explicit content.

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9th Grade - 12th Grade

Effective Decision Making - Importance and Real-Life Applications

Effective Decision Making - Importance and Real-Life Applications

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Effective Decision Making - Importance and Real-Life Applications

9th Grade - 12th Grade

Life Skills

Explore the principles of effective decision-making by recognizing consequences, incorporating apologies, and understanding how decisions impact various aspects of life. Enhance the ability to make informed choices by considering potential outcomes, fostering improved personal and professional decisions.

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9th Grade

Critical Thinking and Literacy - Integration Across Disciplines

Critical Thinking and Literacy - Integration Across Disciplines

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Critical Thinking and Literacy - Integration Across Disciplines

9th Grade

English

Explore the integration of literacy and critical thinking skills in social studies, science, and math. Learners will improve communication capabilities and apply critical thinking, leading to a comprehensive understanding of language arts within various subject areas.

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12th Grade

Analogical Reasoning - Relationship Mapping - Critical Thinking

Analogical Reasoning - Relationship Mapping - Critical Thinking

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Analogical Reasoning - Relationship Mapping - Critical Thinking

12th Grade

Education

Focusing on developing critical thinking skills, this content enhances the ability to identify and map relationships through analogical reasoning exercises. Learners will improve their problem-solving and critical analysis capabilities.

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9th Grade - 12th Grade

[Understanding Wind Power - Wind Turbines and Energy Conversion - Renewable Energy Sources]

[Understanding Wind Power - Wind Turbines and Energy Conversion - Renewable Energy Sources]

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[Understanding Wind Power - Wind Turbines and Energy Conversion - Renewable Energy Sources]

9th Grade - 12th Grade

Science

Examine the principles of wind energy, focusing on the mechanisms of harnessing wind for electricity generation and evaluating the advantages and disadvantages of using wind turbines. Enhance understanding of renewable energy and its significance in combating climate change, developing critical insights into sustainable power solutions.

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7th Grade - 9th Grade

Critical Thinking - Problem Solving Strategies - Cognitive Skills

Critical Thinking - Problem Solving Strategies - Cognitive Skills

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Critical Thinking - Problem Solving Strategies - Cognitive Skills

7th Grade - 9th Grade

Other

Focus on the fundamental concepts of critical thinking by identifying and solving problems effectively. Enhance the ability to think critically and apply strategic problem-solving techniques across various scenarios, improving critical analysis skills and decision-making capability.

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10th Grade

Critical Thinking - Self-Assessment and Improvement

Critical Thinking - Self-Assessment and Improvement

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Critical Thinking - Self-Assessment and Improvement

10th Grade

Specialty, Other

Learners engage in a critical thinking self-assessment to identify strengths and areas for growth. By completing this activity, they will articulate personal objectives for critical thinking development and understand the motivations behind these goals.

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