Using Metacognitive Tools for Critical Thinking (Whole School)

For children and young people growing up in the 21st century, the fast pace of technological change, ease of access to information, and the insecurities created by global events present many challenges. As schools seek to ‘futureproof’ their learners, the importance of equipping them with critical thinking skills is recognised as fundamental to their capacity to not just survive but to thrive. This course aims to explore the nature of critical thinking skills and provides practical ideas for how a range of metacognitive tools may be utilised in the classroom to build mastery of critical thinking across your whole school.

This course is designed for Primary and Secondary schools who are interested in who are interested in extending their appreciation of critical thinking skills and of exploring how a metacognitive tools and strategies can be used to support the development of their students’ critical thinking skills.

The training will be facilitated by an experienced TM consultant and the format will include a combination of presentation, practical activities and opportunity for sharing practice and for discussion and reflection.

It may be facilitated either:

– in-person as full day staff training OR
– Facilitated with the staff as 3 x 90-minute online sessions.

N.B. If opting for the online version, it is recommended that participants login to individual devices with working microphones and cameras to maximise opportunity for engage in practical activities and participation in discussion.

Participants will receive a TM certificate on completion of the course.

In-Person Full day: £1,000 (+vat & travel); 

Online Course: £800 (+vat)

20% Discount available for Members of the Thinking School Network

In addition to the training, delegates will also receive all required resources and access to bespoke consultant advice via telephone or email during the programme.