Higher Order Thinking in Teaching Social Studies: A Rationale for the Assessment of Classroom Thoughtfulness.

Newmann, Fred M.

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ERIC Number: EJ403162

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Publication Date: 1990

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Higher Order Thinking in Teaching Social Studies: A Rationale for the Assessment of Classroom Thoughtfulness.

Newmann, Fred M.

Journal of Curriculum Studies, v22 n1 p41-56 Jan-Feb 1990

Argues for a new approach to empirical work which focuses on classroom thoughtfulness. Proposes a conception of higher-order thinking that synthesizes theoretical literature with the views of practitioners. Offers a conceptual basis for empirical study of classrooms, teachers, students, and institutional leaders. (GG)

Descriptors: Classroom Research, Cognitive Processes, Cognitive Structures, Critical Thinking, Educational Research, Knowledge Level, Learning, Research Problems, Secondary Education, Social Studies

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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