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American Made

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Type: Course Related Materials
Subject: Humanities, Social Sciences
Collection: KQED Education Network
Grade Level: Primary, Secondary

Abstract: "American Made" is a film about a Sikh American family whose car breaks down en route to the Grand Canyon, and their only hope for escape is the remote desert highway and the occasional passing car. When car after car fails to stop, family members are forced to confront their notions of faith, conformity, ... More »

Causal Reasoning

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Type: Course Related Materials
Subject: Mathematics and Statistics, Social Sciences
Collection: Carnegie Mellon University - Open Learning Initiative
Grade Level: Post-secondary

Abstract: Does excessive exposure to violent video games cause violent behavior? Does increased gun availability cause more crime or less? Causal claims permeate everyday life and are constantly the subject of "studies" reported in the newspaper. The material in Causal and Statistical Reasoning examines the nature ... More »

Evolution 101

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Type: Course Related Materials
Subject: Science and Technology
Collection: Understanding Evolution (UC, Paleontology)
Grade Level: Primary, Secondary, Post-secondary

Abstract: This in-depth, multi-part course takes you through evolutionary theory and mechanisms, from definitions to details, natural selection to genetic drift, mutations to punctuated equilibrium.

How to Improve Critical Thinking Using Educational Technology

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Subject: Science and Technology
Collection: NAGT Cutting Edge (SERC)
Grade Level: Post-secondary

Abstract: Critical thinking is one of education's central goals and most valued outcomes, but it can difficult to teach effectively. The Reason! project has developed the Reason!Able software as part of a general method aimed at enhancing critical thinking skills. This paper describes the challenges involved, ... More »

Into the Book

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Subject: Humanities
Collection: Individual Authors
Grade Level: Primary

Abstract: "Into the Book" is a reading comprehension resource for primary students and teachers, focused on eight research-based strategies: Using Prior Knowledge, Making Connections, Questioning, Visualizing, Inferring, Summarizing, Evaluating and Synthesizing. The Student Area features an interactive activity ... More »