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Critical Thinking and Puzzle Solving

Students will develop critical thinking and collaborative problem-solving skills by engaging in interactive puzzles and brain-teasers that encourage teamwork and creative reasoning.

This lesson fosters essential academic and real-life skills by challenging students to think outside the box and work together, boosting both individual and group problem-solving aptitude.

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Lesson Preparation

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction

10 minutes

Step 2

Interactive Activity

25 minutes

Step 3

Conclusion & Reflection

10 minutes

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Welcome to Critical Thinking Overview

Introduce the session by welcoming students and explaining the focus on critical thinking. Use visual prompts to engage students from the start.

What is Critical Thinking?

Discuss with the students what they understand by critical thinking. Invite a few responses and write ideas on the board.

Everyday Examples

Provide relatable examples that connect with the students’ everyday experiences. Encourage them to discuss similar examples in small groups.

Why is it Important?

Highlight the benefits of developing strong critical thinking skills. Emphasize how these skills help in academic, personal, and future professional settings.

Get Ready to PuzzlE!

Explain the upcoming group activity focused on puzzle solving. Motivate students to work closely with their peers to discover new strategies.

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Lesson Plan

Critical Thinking and Puzzle Solving Plan

Enhance students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through engaging puzzles and collaborative activities.

This lesson challenges students to explore creative reasoning and teamwork, essential skills for academic and real-life problem-solving.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Lesson Preparation

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction

10 minutes

Step 2

Interactive Activity

25 minutes

Step 3

Conclusion & Reflection

10 minutes

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