Information Technology to Enhance Critical Thinking Skills

What is the Course About?

The course examines the skills students need to develop a well sequenced, balanced argument and to critique the arguments of others. Strategies for scaffolding students' development of these evaluative and analytical skills will be outlined. Participants will gain hands-on experience using Reason-able! software which has been specifically designed to develop critical thinking.

How Will the Course Be Presented?  

Dr Tim Van Gelder, Associate Professor of Philosophy at the University of Melbourne will deliver an initial presentation followed by a hands-on workshop to familiarise participants with the software.

Outcomes of the Course:

As a result of participating in this course it is expected that teachers will gain:

  • an understanding of thinking skills required to shape student's factual writing;
  • strategies for scaffolding the development of critical thinking skills;
  • hands-on experience with software designed to guide the construction and critique of arguments.
Presenters:

Dr Tim Van Gelder, Associate Professor of Philosophy at the University of Melbourne.
   
Dates:

Thursday 7th June 2001
Time: 8.30 for 9.00 a.m. - 3.00 p.m.
Venue:

TBA
Parking:

 
Target Group: Teachers 7-12.
No. of Participants: 30
Cost:

$155 per participant       including GST

AIS member $105

Eligible teachers will be able to apply at the course for a $50 subsidy through the QTP (see calendar)

Cancellations should be in writing no later than one week prior to course to enable a refund.

Your registration will be confirmed by fax after closing date.

 
Certification: Certificates will be made available to all participants who fulfil the course requirements.

Please note: AIS Professional Development courses can be accumulated to apply for University accreditation.
Closing Date: Thursday 1st June 2001

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Information Technology to Enhance Critical Thinking Skills

7th June 2001

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