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In this chapter I first introduce the notion of a thinking classroom and then present the results of over ten years of research done on the development and maintenance of thinking classrooms.
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“This is the BEST education-related book I have ever read…It is a fine-tuned collection of practices that elevate student thinking, increase the joy of teaching, and eliminates the soul-sucking “monkey see-monkey do” examples and worksheets cycle that is so prevalent in math classrooms.
Using a narrative style I tell the story of how a series of failed experiences in promoting problem solving in the classroom led first to the notion of a thinking classroom and then to a research project designed to find ways to help teacher build such a classroom.
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Explore the Building Thinking Classrooms Resources below for insights into the framework, companion guides and resources, tips for implementation, and inspiration:
- Classroom Culture of Thinking. Create a classroom culture that values thinking, learning, and intellectual development. Start with thinking tasks that are separate from your curriculum.
- Opportunities to Think in Groups. Provide opportunities for students to think and engage in meaningful group learning experiences. The Thinking Classroom practices emphasize “visibly random groups” that change frequently.
- Vertical and Non-permanant Workspaces. You may have noticed that the traditional method of having students sit at their desks and take notes is only sometimes the best way to promote active thinking in your classroom.
- Room Layout. Research has shown that traditional, front-facing classrooms promote passive learning. At the same time, a more flexible, de-fronted setup—where students are free to face any direction—can be much more effective in promoting active thinking and engagement.
BASIC ELEMENTS OF A THINKING CLASSROOM. From Building Thinking Classrooms by Peter Liljedahl (2020) Below is a list of the 14 primary components that will be in place as we continue the process of building our “Thinking Classrooms”.
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Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics, Grades K–12 helps teachers implement 14 optimal practices for thinking that create an ideal setting for deep mathematics learning to occur. This guide. Provides the what, why, and how of each practice and answers teachers’ most frequently asked questions.
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