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LEARNING OBJECTIVES

1.1 Define critical thinking1.2 Distinguish between the content of thought and the process of thinking critically1.3 Determine which level best represents your critical thinking skills

MODULE 1Critical Thinking: Its How (Not What) You ThinkBe Honest: How Well do You Think Critically?

CRITICAL THINKING Faculty GuideMODULESFEATURESASSESSMENTSMENUSUPPORTMODULE 2LEARNING OBJECTIVES

2.1 Identify external and internal barriers to critical thinking2.2 Demonstrate ways to overcome barriers to critical thinking

Know thine enemy: What is hindering you from thinking critically?Identify and Overcome Barriers to Critical Thinking CRITICAL THINKING Faculty GuideMODULESFEATURESASSESSMENTSMENUSUPPORTTIME MACHINE Learners will use a Time Machine to visit different time periods. FEATURES

BRAIN PUZZLELABTIME MACHINERESPONDERSRESOURCES CRITICAL THINKING Faculty GuideMODULESFEATURESASSESSMENTSMENUSUPPORTActivityObjectiveAssessment TypeExplore the Critical Thinking LabStudent answers three surprise questions while exploring the Critical Thinking Lab.1.1Game scoreReflection QuestionHow do you define critical thinking?1.1Instructor evaluationInterview HomerStudent clicks responders to interact with a historical figure to identify the contents / processes of his thinking.1.2Game scoreInterview John SnowStudent clicks responders to interact with a historical figure to identify the contents / processes of his thinking.1.2Game scoreSort the StatementsStudent sorts statements from historical figures to distinguish thought contents from critical thinking processes.1.2Game scoreCritical Thinking Evaluator, Part 1Student selects statements about critical thinking in an interactive self-evaluation exercise. Each statement carries a value that contributes to overall result indicative of the students current critical thinking level. 1.3*Not assessed (evaluation result is reported, but not assessed)Reflection QuestionHow do you define critical thinking? (Revise your earlier definition for critical thinking based on what you learned from this mission.)1.1Instructor evaluationMODULE 1Critical Thinking: Its How (Not What) You ThinkBe Honest: How Well do You Think Critically?

CRITICAL THINKING Faculty GuideMODULESFEATURESASSESSMENTSMENUSUPPORTLEARNING OBJECTIVES

3.1 Determine what information is needed when formulating opinions3.2 Analyze the reliability of messages and the credibility of messengers3.3 Substantiate points of view on issues and problems

Fact versus fiction: Whos telling the truth and whos stretching it or actually lying?Information and Its Source: Embrace or Reject?MODULE 3 CRITICAL THINKING Faculty GuideMODULESFEATURESASSESSMENTSMENUSUPPORTActivityObjectiveAssessment TypeExplore the Critical Thinking LabStudent clicks various hotspots and responders in the Critical Thinking Lab to learn about, and complete definitions for, different types of critical thinking barriers.2.1 Game scoreBarrier Identification: 18 year-old AnnaStudent identifies critical thinking barriers from a short video vignette. 2.1Game scoreReflection QuestionCan you identify influences from your friends that would have affected your attitude and reasons for an error in decision-making?2.1Instructor evaluationBarrier Identification: 30 year-old AnnaStudent identifies critical thinking barriers from a short video vignette. 2.1Game scoreReflection QuestionCan you identify influences from a teacher or mentor that affected your attitude or reasons for an important decision in your life? Positive or negative?2.1Instructor evaluationBarrier Identification: 60 year-old AnnaStudent identifies critical thinking barriers from a short video vignette. 2.1Game scoreBarrier QuizStudent identifies critical thinking barriers that were not demonstrated by the video vignettes. 2.1Game scoreDo Over GameStudent plays a card game to identify and apply various strategies to counteract critical thinking barriers witnessed in the life of a character. 2.2Game scoreMODULE 2Know thine enemy: What is hindering you from thinking critically?Identify and Overcome Barriers to Critical Thinking CRITICAL THINKING Faculty GuideMODULESFEATURESASSESSMENTSMENUSUPPORTMENU FUNCTIONSHELP - Answers to questions about technical specifications & features.

CONTROL PANELSETTINGSCLOSED CAPTIONINGNOTEPADHELP CRITICAL THINKING Faculty GuideMODULESFEATURESASSESSMENTSMENUSUPPORTActivityObjectiveAssessment TypeFix Ys Research NotesStudent completes a few fill-in-the-blank statements about evaluating information.3.1Game scoreDouble-talk Goggles: Security SalesmanStudent evaluates credibility of a few simple statements by analyzing onscreen information.3.13.2Game scoreDouble-talk Goggles: Congressmans ProposalStudent evaluates credibility of a series of more nuanced statements by analyzing onscreen information.3.13.2Game scoreSubstantiate Your Point of ViewStudent selects valid criteria for substantiating conclusions from a list onscreen and also rates various statements to weigh their importance in evaluating a fictional proposal.3.3Game scoreReflection QuestionBased on what you have learned about the credibility of messengers and the reliability of messages, how will these new skills impact the way that you consume information going forward?3.13.2

Instructor evaluationReflection QuestionWhat would you do differently if you had a real pair of Double-talk Goggles?3.13.2

Instructor evaluationMODULE 3Fact versus fiction: Whos telling the truth and whos stretching it or actually lying?Information and Its Source: Embrace or Reject? CRITICAL THINKING Faculty GuideMODULESFEATURESASSESSMENTSMENUSUPPORTActivityObjectiveAssessment TypeExplore the Critical Thinking LabStudent clicks various hotspots and responders in the Critical Thinking Lab to learn about, and describe, the steps of the problem-solving process.4.1Game scoreOrganize the Problem-Solving StepsStudent organizes the problem-solving steps into the correct sequence.4.1

Game scorePlot the MatrixStudent selects items for a Passion/Skills matrix based on information about a fictional character.4.1

Game scoreEmilys Path GameStudent plays a card game to identify and apply the five steps of the problem-solving process.4.1, 4.24.3, 4.4Game scoreReflection QuestionAfter thinking critically about Emilys career problem and feasible alternatives, do you feel good about the decisions you recommended that she make? Why?4.14.4Instructor evaluationReflection QuestionLooking toward the future, what action plans does Emily need to create and execute to continue the positive solutions you have both chosen?4.1, 4.24.3, 4.4Instructor evaluationReflection QuestionHow will you apply this decision-making process to your own career plans? Which step do you most need to work on the most?4.1, 4.24.3, 4.4Instructor evaluationMODULE 4Put learning to the test: Time to solve problems and make decisionsCritical Thinking to the Rescue in Everyday Life CRITICAL THINKING Faculty GuideMODULESFEATURESASSESSMENTSMENUSUPPORT

WHAT IS A GAMESCAPEGameScapes combine visual storytelling with game-based learning elements to stimulate curiosity and introduce course content in a way that helps you connect key concepts to the real world. At the foundation of this approach is the use of highly authentic, photorealistic environments brought to life with an interactive technology overlay and an embedded natural assessment infrastructure.

The Critical Thinking GameScape includes five modules that take roughly 30-40 minutes to complete. Available via a web browser, you can access these modules anytime, anywhere and can replay them multiple times in order to improve your score. CRITICAL THINKING Faculty GuideMODULESFEATURESASSESSMENTSMENUSUPPORTActivityObjectiveAssessment TypeExplore the Critical Thinking LabStudent answers two surprise questions while exploring the Critical Thinking Lab.5.1Game scoreMission-Readiness TestStudent sorts a series of statements to demonstrate understanding of key critical thinking concepts.5.1Game scoreInterview Future Dr. XStudent clicks responders to interact with future Dr. X and reveal a key critical thinking strategy.5.2Game scoreCritical Thinking Evaluator, Part 2Student selects applicable statements about critical thinking in an interactive self-evaluation exercise. Each statement carries a value that contributes to an overall result indicative of the students current critical thinking level. Student can compare new evaluation result with original result from module 1.5.3*Not assessed (evaluation result is reported, but not assessed)Reflection QuestionWhat aspect of critical thinking was the most challenging for you? Why?5.15.2Instructor evaluationReflection QuestionWould you change your definition of critical thinking given all that youve learned through working with Dr. X? (Write your updated personal definition below your previous responses.)5.1Instructor evaluationMODULE 5Its only the beginning, the skys the limit, and theres no turning back nowHow Far Have You Come and Whats Next? CRITICAL THINKING Faculty GuideMODULESFEATURESASSESSMENTSMENUSUPPORT

MODULE 1 Critical Thinking: Its How (Not What) You ThinkMODULE 2 Identify and Overcome Barriers to Critical ThinkingMODULE 5 How Far Have You Come and Whats Next?MODULE 4 Critical Thinking to the Rescue in Everyday LifeMODULE 3 Information and Its Source: Embrace or Reject? CRITICAL THINKING Faculty GuideMODULESFEATURESASSESSMENTSMENUSUPPORTBRAIN PUZZLE - At the outset of each episode, learners must decode a brain puzzle in order to access the Critical Thinking Lab.

FEATURESBRAIN PUZZLELABTIME MACHINERESPONDERSRESOURCES CRITICAL THINKING Faculty GuideMODULESFEATURESASSESSMENTSMENUSUPPORT

ASSESSMENTSINTERACTIVES Interactives are short exercises that test learner knowledge. They come in a variety of forms and contribute to the game score.

INTERACTIVESTHOUGHT METERREFLECTIONSPERFORMANCE SUMMARYINSTRUCTOR REPORT CRITICAL THINKING Faculty GuideMODULESFEATURESASSESSMENTSMENUSUPPORT

VolumeReplayHide ControlSettingsPlay/PauseClosed CaptioningNotepadHelpAllows learner to hide the Control PanelRestarts the current sceneMENU FUNCTIONSCONTROL PANELSETTINGSCLOSED CAPTIONINGNOTEPADHELP CRITICAL THINKING Faculty GuideMODULESFEATURESASSESSMENTSMENUSUPPORTConcierge Service available 24/7/365All calls & emails are promptly answered at any hour, any day, any month, all year long!Toolwire Learner Advocacy Team: Phone: 925.227.8500 x202 Email: facultyconcierge@toolwire.com Twitter: @toolwirehelpsINSTRUCTOR & LEARNER SUPPORT - As your learning partner, we look forward to supporting you every step of the way as you introduce this exciting learning tool into your course. We suggest that instructors include the support information below in their course syllabi. CRITICAL THINKING Faculty GuideMODULESFEATURESASSESSMENTSMENUSUPPORT31INSTRUCTOR REPORT - After reviewing the Performance Summary, learners will save their responses as a PDF and send this to their instructor.

Student NamePerformanceSummaryBadge EarnedReflection QuestionsASSESSMENTSINTERACTIVESTHOUGHT METERREFLECTIONSPERFORMANCE SUMMARYINSTRUCTOR REPORT CRITICAL THINKING Faculty GuideMODULESFEATURESASSESSMENTSMENUSUPPORT

ActivityBreakdownLearning ObjectsViewedINSTRUCTOR REPORT (Continued) - After reviewing the Performance Summary, learners will save their responses to a PDF and send this to their instructor.

ASSESSMENTSINTERACTIVESTHOUGHT METERREFLECTIONSPERFORMANCE SUMMARYINSTRUCTOR REPORT CRITICAL THINKING Faculty GuideMODULESFEATURESASSESSMENTSMENUSUPPORT

ASSESSMENTSINSTRUCTOR REPORT (Continued) - After reviewing the Performance Summary, learners will save their responses to a PDF and send this to their instructor.

INTERACTIVESTHOUGHT METERREFLECTIONSPERFORMANCE SUMMARYINSTRUCTOR REPORT CRITICAL THINKING Faculty GuideMODULESFEATURESASSESSMENTSMENUSUPPORT