In order for students to develop skill in critical thinking, several elements of classroom and schoolwide climate and practice need to be present. Teachers set high standards for learning and let students know they are all expected to meet them. Standards are set so they are both challenging and attainable. 1.3 Students are carefully oriented to lessons.
Teachers help students get ready to learn.
They explain lesson objectives in simple, everyday language and refer to them throughout lessons to maintain focus. Objectives may be posted or handed out to help students keep a sense of direction. Teachers check to see that objectives are understood. The relationship of a current lesson to previous study is described. Students are reminded of key concepts or skills previously covered.