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| I. Lesson Planning with ProCon.org |
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- Lesson Plan Ideas Using ProCon.org
- 15 National Teaching Standards Used by Incorporating ProCon.org Content into Lesson Plans
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| II. Benefits of Teaching Controversial Issues |
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- Importance of Teaching Critical Thinking
- Books, Articles, and Studies about Critical Thinking
- Teachers' Comments on ProCon.org
- Students' Comments on ProCon.org
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| III. How 1,077 Schools Are Using ProCon.org |
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| We add schools to this list when we see that an educator (not a student) from that school has referenced ProCon.org online, usually in a lesson plan or suggested resources list. Add your own school in section IV below. |
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| IV. Add My School to ProCon.org |
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- Online Form - I've got the resource list/lesson plan to attach.
- Teacher/Librarian Survey - I don't have an
attachment, but I do use ProCon.org.
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| V. Quotes about Critical Thinking |
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| Steve Clark Got It! |
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 "During the summer session, my humanities class met every day. Because of that, I was able to use pro-con subject material two to three times a week; your service was invaluable in helping students understand various issues in much more depth than that to which they are accustomed.
Usually students know (or think they know) whether they are "for" or "against" something, but they are clueless as to solid reasons relative to each position. Pro-con brings subjects to life for them, making for a much more meaningful learning experience. I also plan to use your service later in the current semester."
Steve Clark, Adjunct Instructor of Humanities at Wayne Community College, Goldsboro, NC, quoted from his email to ProCon.org, Sep. 18, 2008 |
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| CA State Schools Chief Jack O'Connell Praises ProCon.org |
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"Just met with the founder of procon.org. It's a great resource that breaks down hot button issues with quality, sourced info…The best part about procon.org is the entire web site is free to use. No ads, no registration necessary. If you’re in ed, check it out... a quality resource for controversial issues..."
July 14, 2009 - Jack O’Connell, California State Superintendent of Public Instruction, quoted from his Twitter page |
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| Teachers' Comments on ProCon.org |
"Reliable, authoritative, unbiased, source.” Texas Christian University (Fort Worth, TX) posted June 18, 2009
"Best information on the net."St. Ambrose University (Davenport, IA) posted June 18, 2009
"Excellent web site for 'controversial topic' information” Riverside Community College (Riverside, CA) posted Aug. 10, 2009
"You should be able to read source material to help you on just about any issue that is currently making waves." North Dakota State College of Science (Wahpeton, ND) posted Nov. 6, 2009
"Awesome Website - ProCon.org." Jefferson Davis Community College (Brewton, AL) posted Oct. 15, 2009
"What a fantastic resource and it is free. I know our students will use this site for their own personal information as well as for school.” Wichita North High School (Wichita, KS) posted June 11, 2009
"In lieu of purchasing the $1,500 per year site license for the Opposing Viewpoints database, we aim students at ProCon.org for research... THANK YOU!" Roosevelt High School (Wyandotte, MI) posted June 17, 2009
"This is one of the best free sites available, and I recommend it highly to anyone who needs it." Owego Free Academy (Owego, NY) posted Nov. 6, 2009
"Extremely comprehensive... a great resource!" King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (Jedda, Saudi Arabia) posted Oct. 5, 2009
"Great site to help you decide where you stand on hot-button topics." English High School (Boston, MA) posted June 17, 2009
"This site is amazing! There's SO MUCH to it and it is presented well. Great info!" Skyridge Middle School (Camas, WA) posted June 15, 2009
"Looking for ideas to start your persuasive research paper? This is a great starting place!" Martin Meylin Middle School (Lampeter, PA) posted Oct. 5, 2009 |
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