Concrete thinkers see situations and the world in black and white! There is no grey for them, in many cases. Concrete thinking is a “literal” reasoning form. Concrete reasoning is centered on your observations, feelings, and experiences in the present. “Concrete thinking” is the capacity of a person to understand and comprehend non-abstract concepts. It … Read more
“The goal of RTI is to catch struggling students early to provide appropriate instruction based on grade level students.” The core principles of RTI center on the early and ongoing identification, evaluation, and support of kids with learning and behavioral needs. To keep a track of all these components each classroom management strategy should include … Read more
Hexagonal thinking is a borrowed concept. And while no theorists have talked about the idea and its implication, a curriculum developer, Betsy Potash, has been credited with its adaptation to classroom settings. Suitable for both physical and virtual classrooms, hexagonal thinking is a great way to help the class open up on discussions. But will … Read more
Do you remember the last time you had a debate with someone? Did the experience reveal different perspectives to you that you previously weren’t aware of? Did you enjoy the exchange of ideas and opinions? Did the debate end up making you more curious about the topic? If yes, then you might have unknowingly engaged … Read more
Can you name all the steps it takes to ride a cycle? All the processes involved in it? If you had to take a minute to come up with the answer, it’s because most of the processes involved don’t require you to consciously think about them. For most people, these processes just happen automatically because … Read more
What is the first thought that comes to mind when you hear the words “logic” and “logical thinking”? Whenever we hear or read something from someone or somewhere, we typically try to make sense of it. Is it logical to me? As human beings we are capable of abilities to think, describing, and comprehending situations … Read more
Take a moment to look away from the screen and notice the various things, people, sounds, smells, and sensations around you. If you noticed something new, that you were not previously aware of, chances are you were not situationally aware before. Being situationally aware would mean that you constantly know what is going on in … Read more
The reason you are able to see these letters, separate one word from another, and understand the complete sentence is because of your ability of visual perception. Visual perception takes place when the eyes and the nervous system, most importantly the brain, come together to perceive, process, and interpret what one is seeing. As studies … Read more
Abstract thinking is both a cognitive component and a cognitive skill. In the human intellect, abstract thinking is a higher-order cognitive skill predictor of academic achievement and professional success. In recent times where the world is highly data-driven, the insights drawn are still a reflection of the underlying abstract thinking. This underrated mental ability is … Read more
Feedback is a way to show appreciation, help improves skills, and ensure that people are on the right path. Feedback can include an assessment of performance and an explanation of what has been done well and what needs improvement. Giving feedback is an important part of any professional relationship. However, as crucial as it may … Read more