Frameworks for Thinking - A Handbook for Teaching and Learning (Paperback)

This handbook focuses on the thinking processes necessary for learning. It provides descriptions and evaluations of 42 major frameworks including Bloom's taxonomy, de Bono's lateral and parallel thinking tools, Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences and Paul's model of critical thinking. Unique in its comprehensive coverage and interdisciplinary approach, it offers easy-to-grasp summary tables for each major theorist for speedy reference. The discussion of cognitive, emotional and social aspects of thinking and the nature of classification help the reader locate theories within a broader field of knowledge. Key concepts such as critical thinking, self-regulation and metacognition are examined from a range of perspectives. The handbook offers practical advice in the form of choices and recommendations for the use of frameworks in teaching, learning and assessment. A valuable tool for students needing to understand different ways of thinking it will also be an essential resource for teachers, curriculum developers, researchers and policy-makers.

General

Imprint:	Cambridge UniversityPress
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	December 2005
First published:	2005
Authors:	David Moseley • Vivienne Baumfield • Julian. Elliott • Steven Higgins • Jen Miller • Douglas P Newton • Maggie Gregson
Dimensions:	229 x 150 x 22mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback - Trade
Pages:	358
ISBN-13:	978-0-521-61284-5
Categories:	Books > Social sciences > Education > Educational psychology Books > Social sciences > Psychology > Cognition & cognitive psychology > General
LSN:	0-521-61284-5
Barcode:	9780521612845

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