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Peer reviewedRichardson, Maurine V.; Sacks, Mary Kathleen; Ayers, Mary N. – Reading Improvement, 2003
Notes that using the visual arts enables students to gain better eye-hand coordination, visual representation skills, communicate ideas, and deeper understanding of the process of discovery. Considers how each of these areas contributes to the development of thinking, creating, problem solving and expressing thoughts through symbols. (SG)
Descriptors: Critical Thinking, Elementary Education, Instructional Improvement, Reading Instruction
Peer reviewedKrashen, Stephen – Reading Improvement, 2002
Reflects that the term "whole language" involves instilling a love of literature, problem-solving and critical thinking, collaboration, authenticity, personalized learning, and much more. Examines some recent research dealing with two fundamental points of contention between the two sides of the phonics and whole language debate. Finds evidence…
Descriptors: Critical Thinking, Elementary Education, Literature Appreciation, Phonics
