Critical Thinking
Think Deeply.
Grand Haven learners examine, analyze, and interpret information.
Skills Demonstrated by Graduation
- I can evaluate information from multiple sources for reliability and bias.
- I can evaluate ideas and perspectives to make informed decisions.
- I can adapt to new information to solve complex problems.
- I can apply learning to real-life situations.
- I can think independently.
Grade-Level Success Targets
Y5 – Kindergarten
- I ask lots of questions about the world around me.
- I can share my thoughts and give a reason for my ideas.
- I try new things with an open mind and don't give up when it’s hard.
- I listen and learn from stories and lessons.
1st – 2nd Grade
- I ask questions to understand.
- I try to solve problems on my own before asking for help.
- I use what I already know to help me learn new things.
- I can check if something makes sense and change my thinking if needed.
3rd – 4th Grade
- I ask thoughtful questions and look for reasons behind answers.
- I support my answers with evidence.
- I actively listen to classmates to understand different points of view.
- I can connect my learning to things outside the classroom.
5th – 6th Grade
- I ask questions about the credibility of sources and ideas.
- I use relevant data, facts, and evidence to evaluate ideas and make informed decisions.
- I can break complex problems into smaller parts to find solutions.
- I consider different viewpoints when forming my ideas.
- I can apply my learning to real-life situations.
7th – 8th Grade
- I can judge whether information is trustworthy and accurate.
- I can consider different ideas and viewpoints to make informed choices.
- I can use new information to solve challenging problems and revise my thinking.
- I can connect what I learn to real-life situations.
9th – 12th Grade
- I can evaluate information from multiple sources for reliability and bias.
- I can evaluate ideas and perspectives to make informed decisions
- I can adapt to new information to solve complex problems
- I can apply learning to real-life situations.
- I can think independently, with no or minimal guidance from a teacher, using familiar and/or unfamiliar examples.
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