Sharpening Minds with AI: Critical Thinking in Action

Lauren Boucher
Presenter
60
mins
Course length
Multi Device
Access from mobile or laptop
4.88
Course rating
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Description

How can artificial intelligence be used to sharpen students' critical thinking skills? Integrating AI into the classroom can enhance student engagement through debate, argument analysis, and structured problem-solving, fostering logical and evidence-based thinking. Join Lauren Boucher for this hands-on, interactive workshop as we explore how AI tools can guide students in evaluating sources, detecting misinformation, and refining their reasoning skills. You will also discover strategies for implementing AI-powered activities that promote inquiry, skepticism, and logical thinking while aligning with instructional goals. Get ready to unlock AI's potential in sharpening students' minds and strengthening their analytical skills! Lauren's expertise in digital teaching and learning will provide you with practical strategies to help students think critically in the digital age and become more discerning consumers and creators of information.

Objectives

Identify key AI tools that support critical thinking in the classroom. Explain how AI can enhance students' ability to evaluate arguments and detect misinformation. Implement AI-powered activities that promote logical reasoning and problem-solving. Compare the effectiveness of various AI-driven strategies in developing students' critical thinking. Assess student progress in argument analysis and evidence-based reasoning using AI tools. Design a lesson plan that incorporates AI to enhance inquiry-based learning and critical thinking.

Key Take Aways

• Discover free AI tools that support argument analysis, misinformation detection, and deep problem-solving. • Explore AI-driven activities that promote inquiry, evidence-based reasoning, and structured classroom debates. • Learn instructional strategies to help students refine their logical thinking and evaluate digital content critically. • Gain practical approaches to integrating AI in ways that strengthen students' analytical and decision-making skills.

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Lauren Boucher

Lauren Boucher has 18+ years in public education, teaching 3rd grade, gifted K-8, and working as a Digital Teaching and Learning Coach. Now a Southeast Regional Consultant for the NC Department of Public Instruction, she shares innovative ed tech practices nationwide.
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