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Back To School: Setting the Stage with Thinking Maps
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Darr; Skip to Main Content. Back to School: Setting the Stage with Thinking Maps. Back to School: Setting the Stage with Thinking Maps. No Comments ↓. Thinking Map school: Chicod Elementary bulletin board. I was inspired by Barry Saide in his piece. What Our Classroom Walls Communicate. So, let’s tweak that idea for a Thinking Maps classroom! Now let’s summarize what has been discussed in a Bridge Map. All of the thinking and discussion which produced the maps would provide ample background for a first w...
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Training Calendar - Thinking Maps
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Darr; Skip to Main Content. Listed below are the currently scheduled regional trainings for Thinking Maps and other professional development utilizing Thinking Maps. Click on the Event to see additional information. You may register online by clicking the Register Online link under the event title. Thinking Maps ELL and Leadership Training. September 7 - September 9. Write From the Beginning and Beyond: Direct Teacher Training K-5 Response to Text. September 8 - September 9. September 12 - September 14.
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Why Thinking Maps - Thinking Maps
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Darr; Skip to Main Content. What are Thinking Maps? Thinking Maps are consistent visual patterns linked directly to eight specific thought processes. By visualizing our thinking, we create concrete images of abstract thoughts. These patterns help all students reach higher levels of critical and creative thinking — essential components of 21st Century education. In a school-wide implementation, Thinking Maps establish a consistent Language for Learning. 21st Century Learners use the Circle Map to:. 8216;W...
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Community - Thinking Maps
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Darr; Skip to Main Content. Welcome To The Community. The Thinking Maps Learning Community is an online hub focused on improving student achievement through the effective use of Thinking Maps. With extensive video-based professional development resources, interactive Map-building tools and a professionally vetted Map Gallery, it’s the best place online for getting the most out of Thinking Maps. It’s amazing what teachers are doing with Thinking Maps–and you can see for yourself right here....Connect r...
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When Does School Start Again?
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Darr; Skip to Main Content. When Does School Start Again? When Does School Start Again? 4 Comments ↓. A few weeks ago, we asked, “How do we prevent the summer slide in our students? Today, we’re resurrecting this conversation because it does affect how we prevent the summer slide. School calendars vary all over the country. Some schools are year round, while others are on the traditional schedule with almost 3 months off for summer break. 3 months! When is the first day of school? What do you think?
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Advice for Brand New Educators - Thinking Maps
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Darr; Skip to Main Content. Advice for Brand New Educators. Advice for Brand New Educators. 6 Comments ↓. As the new school year is about to start, we’re reposting advice that every brand new educator and even current educators can take to start the school year with the best foot forward! Here are four key actions, in my opinion, that I am going to share. 1 Befriend your school’s support staff (custodial, cafeteria and secretarial). 2 Steer clear of spending time in the Teacher’s Lounge. Was the advice g...
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How to Implement - Thinking Maps
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Darr; Skip to Main Content. Implementing Thinking Maps School Wide. Thinking Maps professional development is designed to increase teacher and leadership effectiveness. A 1-3 year plan of action should be designed to address the specific yearly goals within a school or district improvement plan. 8220;If we wish to create a school where reform will be enduring, we need to ask: Is this a school where teachers can learn? Click Here: Start with Step 1! Develop and communicate a plan of action. Prior to the s...
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Blog - Thinking Maps
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Darr; Skip to Main Content. Celebrating 25 Years Transforming Teaching & Learning. 2 Comments ↓. Please view this message from Sherwin Suddreth, President of Thinking Maps or read it below! It is with humble pleasure that I announce that in September, 2015 Thinking Maps, Inc. celebrated its 25th anniversary. That’s 25 years of helping teachers …. Read more ›. Tagged with: 25 years. Don’t Forget to Start With Why. 1 Comment ↓. Read more ›. Tagged with: making meaning of Maps. Taking it off the Map. As I t...
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FAQ - Thinking Maps
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Darr; Skip to Main Content. Do I have to fax in my order? No You can submit your order via fax, email, or postal mail. Our fax number is 919-678-8782. Email orders should be submitted to office@thinkingmaps.com. Our postal address is 401 Cascade Pointe Ln, Cary, NC 27501. What is your fax number? Our fax number is 919-678-8782. The fax machine stays pretty busy, so if your fax won’t go through, please keep trying. Where do I get an order form? Can I place an order over the phone? We only charge sales tax...
