MrLoveland Wants to Encourage Critical Thinking in His U

question 16

Multiple Choice

Mr.Loveland wants to encourage critical thinking in his U.S.history class.Which of the following activities would be LEAST likely to contribute to the development of these skills?

• A)Have the students prepare and engage in a debate about slavery before the Civil War.
• B)Have the students discuss the benefits to slave owners and the quality of life of slaves in small group discussions.
• C)Have the students listen to a lecture on the issues related to slavery.
• D)Have the students view a documentary on slavery and write a reaction paper to it.

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Definitions:

Cognitive Development

The process by which individuals acquire the ability to think, learn, reason, and remember over time, often associated with childhood development.

Sensorimotor

Referring to a developmental stage in infants where they learn about the world through sensory experiences and motor activities.

Preoperational

A stage in Jean Piaget's theory of cognitive development where children from about 2 to 7 years old engage in symbolic play but struggle with logic and understanding the perspective of others.

Conservation

The act of preserving, protecting, or restoring the natural environment, natural ecosystems, vegetation, and wildlife to prevent depletion or destruction.