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Building Big Brains: Puzzles, Problem-Solving, Logic and Reasoning
ExEd Homeschool
Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(22)
Using games and problem-solving activities, students learn to challenge assumptions, identify biases and logical fallacies, deconstruct thinking patterns, and ask thoughtful questions to become better problem solvers and critical thinkers.
Class experience
To ‘think outside the box’ we must first identify the box and even recognize that we are in one. Challenging assumptions, identifying biases and logical fallacies, deconstructing thinking patterns, examining logic and reasoning, and asking thoughtful questions are the foundation of this class. We use riddles, games and problem solving activities, that engage our students as they develop skills that they can take with them and apply to everyday life and situations. This class is activity and...
Students will learn to begin to identify their own assumptions, biases and thought patterns which will help them be better creative thinkers and problem solvers - skills that are useful in every area and time of life!
Notebook Pen(cil) Markers Toothpicks or popsicle sticks (12) Small amount of clay or play dough Pringles (there are similarly shaped gluten-free chips for those who need it on Amazon or at Aldi) Index card (any size) Scissors Week 6's project will use a variety of materials that you likely have on hand. These materials will be unique to each student based on their design. You will also need a small box or container of some sort for mailing if you choose to do that part of the project, which is encouraged but not required.
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
ExEd Homeschool
Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(22)
We are the co-teaching team of Krista Boos and Barb Martinez. We specialize in teaching classes for teens and tweens that are experiential, engaging, interesting and fun. You'll find less lecture and more discussion in our classes as we believe...
Group Class
$160
for 10 classes1x per week, 10 weeks
75 min
Completed by 7 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-14
4-12 learners per class
