Possible syllabus coverage in critical thinking class-wise at the school level:
Kindergarten-Grade 2:
- Introduction to basic reasoning skills, such as sorting and classifying
- Developing observation skills and drawing conclusions based on evidence
- Encouraging creative problem-solving through storytelling and imaginative play
Grade 3-5:
- Identifying and defining problems
- Introduction to logic and reasoning, including identifying and analyzing arguments
- Developing skills in evaluating evidence and sources
- Understanding bias and perspective in media and information
Grade 6-8:
- Developing and applying problem-solving strategies
- Recognizing and analyzing different types of arguments, such as deductive and inductive reasoning
- Understanding and evaluating data and statistics
- Recognizing and analyzing logical fallacies
Grade 9-12:
- Evaluating complex arguments and evidence
- Understanding and applying different ethical frameworks
- Developing research skills, including conducting independent research and evaluating sources
- Applying critical thinking skills to real-world issues and current events
Note that this is just a possible syllabus coverage and may vary depending on the school and teacher. Also, critical thinking skills can be integrated into other subjects, such as science, social studies, and language arts.
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