Disrupting Thinking
Are you tired of witnessing your students struggle to engage with reading, only to remain disengaged and reluctant readers? Do you dream of a nation of readers, where students can think critically and responsibly, empowered to tell fake news from real news? Renowned authors Kylene Beers and Bob Probst, experts in the field of literacy education, are here to revolutionize the way we approach reading and education as a whole. In their groundbreaking book, Disrupting Thinking, they tackle the root of the problem: our misguided approach to reading and its impact on student engagement.
By sharing their trademark humor and practicality, Beers and Probst present a visionary approach to reading and education that spans across all grades. They offer hands-on strategies that can be applied immediately in the classroom and facilitate school-wide conversations with turn-and-talk discussion points. The authors focus on creating engagement and relevance, encouraging responsive and responsible reading, deepening comprehension, and fostering lifelong reading habits. The result is a guidebook that empowers teachers to nurture critical thinkers who excel beyond mere decoding, recalling, and multiple-choice answers.
Recommended for students aged 5-17, spanning from Grade K-12, Disrupting Thinking is an essential resource for educators seeking to transform the way their students interact with texts. By adopting the innovative strategies outlined in this book, teachers can inspire a love of reading that extends beyond the classroom walls. Beers and Probst's ultimate goal is to create a nation of readers who think deeply, critically, and creatively, harnessing the power of reading to shape the next generation of thinkers and leaders.
What sets Disrupting Thinking apart is its focus on relevance, encouraging students to make connections between the texts they read and their own lives. Beers and Probst emphasize the importance of empowering students to become active participants in the reading process, rather than mere passive recipients of information. By doing so, they foster a deeper understanding of the material and promote a lifelong love of reading.
In an era where the ability to distinguish between fact and fiction has never been more crucial, Disrupting Thinking is a timely and indispensable resource for educators. By adopting the principles outlined in this book, teachers can equip their students with the critical thinking skills necessary to navigate the complexities of modern life.
In conclusion, Disrupting Thinking is a must-have resource for educators who strive to create a culture of engaged readers, empowered to think critically and responsibly. With its practical strategies, humorous tone, and visionary approach, this book is poised to revolutionize the way we teach reading and education as a whole. Join the movement to create a nation of readers, and empower the next generation of thinkers and leaders.
By sharing their trademark humor and practicality, Beers and Probst present a visionary approach to reading and education that spans across all grades. They offer hands-on strategies that can be applied immediately in the classroom and facilitate school-wide conversations with turn-and-talk discussion points. The authors focus on creating engagement and relevance, encouraging responsive and responsible reading, deepening comprehension, and fostering lifelong reading habits. The result is a guidebook that empowers teachers to nurture critical thinkers who excel beyond mere decoding, recalling, and multiple-choice answers.
Recommended for students aged 5-17, spanning from Grade K-12, Disrupting Thinking is an essential resource for educators seeking to transform the way their students interact with texts. By adopting the innovative strategies outlined in this book, teachers can inspire a love of reading that extends beyond the classroom walls. Beers and Probst's ultimate goal is to create a nation of readers who think deeply, critically, and creatively, harnessing the power of reading to shape the next generation of thinkers and leaders.
What sets Disrupting Thinking apart is its focus on relevance, encouraging students to make connections between the texts they read and their own lives. Beers and Probst emphasize the importance of empowering students to become active participants in the reading process, rather than mere passive recipients of information. By doing so, they foster a deeper understanding of the material and promote a lifelong love of reading.
In an era where the ability to distinguish between fact and fiction has never been more crucial, Disrupting Thinking is a timely and indispensable resource for educators. By adopting the principles outlined in this book, teachers can equip their students with the critical thinking skills necessary to navigate the complexities of modern life.
In conclusion, Disrupting Thinking is a must-have resource for educators who strive to create a culture of engaged readers, empowered to think critically and responsibly. With its practical strategies, humorous tone, and visionary approach, this book is poised to revolutionize the way we teach reading and education as a whole. Join the movement to create a nation of readers, and empower the next generation of thinkers and leaders.