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10.11.14

Being skeptical when presented with information (Gr5-9)

Check the credibility and adequacy of textual and visual information

"With the "Raising doubts: Tools for Thought" tutorial (download link above), students (Targeted grades: 5-9) learn how to be skeptical when presented with information, and to differentiate between cynicism and raising doubts. They learn to generate probing questions about the credibility and adequacy of textual and visual information. The tutorial includes instructional suggestions for teachers, student resources and samples as well as a self-assessment rubric."
Find out more about the Tools for Thought collection.

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