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Bringing Powerful Teaching to the Small School Kindergarten-Grade 10Larry Burton shares his experiences in using many instructional strategies in a one-room school. Implementing these strategies can lead to what the author calls "instructional empowerment." Models of Teaching (MOT) strategies discussed include: Synetics;... -
By Design Earth Science Units - Tips from Sciences on How to Keep the Focus on the Creator Grade 1-Grade 8Modeled after the ByDesign inquiry based approach, this 2018 NAD convention workshop by a Geoscience Research Institute representative provided "illustrations to be replicated by the teachers in the classroom." See the presentation for details. -
Critical Inquiry in ByDesign Science - 10 Reasons to Like the ByDesign Science Textbooks Grade 1-Grade 8Gilkeson describes the ByDesign Science curriculum, stating, “This engaging, rigorous, and developmentally appropriate curriculum nurtures children’s natural curiosity as they explore the wonders of God’s creation through the lens of the... -
Critical Thinking and Inquiry in Adventist Education Kindergarten-Grade 12England explains how teaching based on standards-based curriculums and 21st century skills can help achieve a variety of goals in the classroom. The article then describes methods for helping students become independent thinkers, including three powerful frameworks:... -
Developing a Classroom Culture of Thinking - A Whole School Approach Kindergarten-Grade 8"One of the primary objectives of schooling should involve the teaching of tools for lifelong learning. As a result, many educators place a high priority on empowering students with thinking skills such as the ability to reason, to make informed judgements,... -
Experiential Education and Inquiry Learning Grade 6-Grade 10“This article [presents] the case for the importance of providing direct and authentic experiences outside of the classroom for adolescent students in Adventist schools. Research and experience with this age group show that such opportunities afford... -
Helping Students to Think Critically Kindergarten-LifelongTeachers are not the exclusive providers of knowledge, but are experienced guides who develop students' skills and attitudes needed for lifelong self-directed inquiry. Interest must be stimulated, an environment created, written assignments with teacher feedback,... -
Inquiry Teaching in Higher Education - A Critical-Thinking Context Tertiary“The purpose of this article is to explore benefits and challenges of an inquiry-based approach within the paradigm of critical thinking in higher education. We have examined the biblical roots of an inquiry approach and will define inquiry and discuss... -
JAE Editorial: An Unchanging Mission in a Changing World Kindergarten-TertiaryIn recent years, the work world has changed, and many jobs now require workers to be flexible, collaborative, and creative. Unfortunately, education often still emphasizes routine and predictability. Instead, the author argues, schools need to place students... -
Making Elementary Science Exciting Kindergarten-Grade 8Rittenbach shares ideas that will help elementary science teachers keep their science classes alive. In order to engage students in science, teachers should be excited about science, use the metric system only, be safety conscious, use science journals and... -
Overview of Instructional Methods Kindergarten-Grade 12Green reviews what teachers should know when dealing with changing educational trends in the areas of management, instruction, content, and teaching skills. Four teaching models (Information-Processing Models, Behavioral Models, Personal Models, and Social... -
Promoting Critical Inquiry in Teacher-Education Candidates Tertiary“This article [provides] a brief history of project-based learning, a review of the basic principles of this approach, and a description of how project-based learning was implemented in a teacher-education methods course.” Fiorito provides examples... -
Promoting Critical Thinking in Early Childhood - Inquiring Minds Want to Know 0-2 years-KindergartenLee explains the importance and benefits of understanding how young children develop inquiry skills, and notes that “if we, as educators, can harness the natural curiosity of children, we will help them develop critical thinking skills and facilitate... -
Promoting Inquiry in the Elementary Classroom Kindergarten-Grade 8Since it is not always possible for students to directly experience the topics they are exploring, “the next best thing is for students to dig into the subject, exploring areas of interest and sharing their findings with their classmates.” In addition... -
Scaffolding Critical Thinking Using Inductive Lessons in Science Kindergarten-Grade 12This 2012 NAD Teachers Convention presentation presents four examples of inductive teaching strategies. These lessons use concrete or pictorial materials to scaffold the analytical process as students explore science concepts. Each lesson offers the opportunity... -
The Future of Education - Are We Ready? Grade 9-TertiaryAlcock notes that the current educational system was designed during the industrial revolution, when students needed preparation for working in factories. A new model is needed that will “meet the different needs of contemporary learners as well as the... -
Transforming Classroom Practice - Amazing World of Seeds Preschool-Grade 2A child's curiosity about seed pods leads to "a child-initiated journey of discovery that spanned a term." -
Using Constructive Feedback and Questioning Strategies to Increase Student Learning Grade 1-Grade 8Constructive feedback and questioning strategies have substantial positive impacts on student learning and motivation. This 2012 NAD Teachers Convention presentation handout provides an overview of formative assessment concepts and strategies. -
Using Questions to Drive Inquiry Kindergarten-Grade 12“Literal questions do have a place in the classroom. But limiting a lesson to these types of questions will not ensure that students think deeply. In this article, [the authors] offer advice about two types of questions that can facilitate students’... -
You Will Learn It or I Will Teach You Tertiary"Higher education has experienced a paradigm shift away from teaching and toward learning. This focuses on students, and defines learning as 'significant long-term changes in knowledge, understanding, skills and attitudes or beliefs.' This focus calls...