Ebook: Smart thinking : a programme for developing thinking skills in 7 to 12 year olds

"Smart Thinking helps primary school teachers to develop their pupils' capacities to become deep thinkers and independent learners. Supporting the creation of a thoughtful classroom that provides opportunities for pupil's negotiation, goal setting and decision making, this book encourages the teaching of reflection and metacognition, providing pupils the tools they need to be able to evaluate and regulate their own thinking." "This resource is essential for all teachers who wish to empower their pupils to take responsibility for their learning and their interpersonal relationships."--BOOK JACKET.  Read more...
Planning guide --
1. Laying the groundwork --
2. Planning for thinking --
3. Questioning --
4. Making connections --
5. Self-assessment --
6. Goal setting --
Appendix. Additional proformas for reflection and metacognition.